Mechanical Engineering Lead, Data Centers

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +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 multiple disciplines while taking on the role of lead mechanical engineer.

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

• Ensure that projects are completed on budget and within established timelines.

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

• Draft internal and external reports based on assessment findings.

• Ensure that discipline plans align with the overall project scope and schedule requirements.

• Stay updated on regulations and technologies related to mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems in hyperscale data centers.

• Assess and evaluate the performance of mechanical systems and propose enhancements.

• Offer technical support throughout construction, respond to RFIs, and resolve issues as they arise.

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

• Guarantee compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations.

• Assess and suggest technologies and equipment to enhance system performance and minimize operating costs.

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

• Analyze energy consumption and pinpoint optimization and cost-saving opportunities.

• Work alongside global AECOM teams on prominent data center projects for international clients.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and ten (10) years of relevant experience in mechanical design and/or engineering, particularly in 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 for data centers or other critical facilities.

• Profound knowledge of HVAC, piping, and fire suppression system design and construction.

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal capabilities.

• Proven ability to establish and maintain strong client relationships.

• Creative thinking skills to identify opportunities that enhance the client experience.

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

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

• Eligible to work in the United States.

• Permanent residency sponsorship is available for current H1-B visa holders in the United States.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

• Life, AD&D, and disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits and perks.

• Flexible work options.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development programs.

• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development.

• In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.