Mechanical Engineering Lead, Data Centers

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries and concerns.

• Build and sustain robust relationships with clients.

• Oversee coordination across various disciplines, ensuring mechanical engineering delivery adheres to budget and timelines.

• Lead the mechanical team, which includes HVAC, fire protection, and plumbing specialists.

• Create comprehensive specifications for pumps, fans, air handling units, and assorted mechanical equipment.

• Produce internal and external reports based on analyses and findings.

• Confirm that discipline plans align with project scope and scheduling requirements.

• Keep up-to-date with codes and technologies relevant to mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems in hyperscale data centers.

• Evaluate mechanical system performance while proposing enhancements and upgrades.

• Offer technical support throughout the construction phase, addressing RFIs and resolving emerging issues.

• Participate in job site visits, project meetings, and commissioning activities as necessary.

• Ensure adherence to industry standards, codes, and regulations.

• Assess and suggest technologies and equipment that enhance performance and lower operational costs.

• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to seamlessly integrate chiller systems with data center infrastructure.

• Review energy consumption and pinpoint optimization and cost-reduction opportunities.

• Partner with global AECOM teams on prestigious data center projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering along with ten (10) years of pertinent experience in mechanical design and/or engineering with a focus on data center infrastructure, or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

• A Professional Engineer License (P.E.) is mandatory.

• Significant experience in mechanical engineering pertaining to data centers or other critical facilities.

• In-depth knowledge of HVAC, piping, and fire suppression systems design and construction.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal capabilities.

• Proven ability to establish and nurture strong client relationships.

• Creative thinking skills to recognize opportunities that enhance client experiences.

• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) software.

• Familiarity with data center design and construction, including design criteria and industry standards.

• Eligibility to work in the United States.

• Current H1-B visa holders may qualify for permanent residency sponsorship.

• Openness to participate in in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits and perks.

• Flexible work options.

• Resources for well-being.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development programs.

• Periodic remote-work flexibility.

• Opportunities for global projects and career growth.