Mechanical Engineering Lead, Data Centers

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

📋 Description

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

• Build and sustain robust client relationships.

• Oversee various disciplines while acting as the lead mechanical engineer.

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

• Ensure projects are completed within budget and on schedule.

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

• Prepare reports for both internal and external stakeholders.

• Ensure discipline plans align with the overall project scope and timeline.

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

• Assess and analyze the performance of mechanical systems, recommending upgrades as necessary.

• Provide technical assistance during construction, addressing RFIs and resolving issues.

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

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

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

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

• Analyze energy consumption to pinpoint optimization and cost-reduction opportunities.

• Collaborate with global AECOM teams on prominent data center projects.

• Travel occasionally for client meetings, project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, and other essential business activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience in mechanical design and/or engineering, specifically in data center infrastructure, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

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

• Extensive experience in mechanical engineering for data centers or similar critical facilities.

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

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

• Capacity to cultivate and uphold strong relationships with clients.

• Creative thinking skills to identify opportunities for enhancing client experiences.

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

• Experience with data center design and construction, including design standards and industry benchmarks.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

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

• Relocation assistance is not provided for this position.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

• Life and AD&D insurance.

• 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.

• Training and development programs.

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