Mechanical Engineering Lead, Data Centers

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

📋 Description

• Serve as the Lead Mechanical Engineer for the Data Center and the primary liaison for clients.

• Address client inquiries and concerns while fostering robust client relationships.

• Oversee multiple disciplines and guide the mechanical engineering team, encompassing HVAC, fire protection, and plumbing.

• Ensure timely project delivery within budget constraints.

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

• Prepare internal and external reports based on research findings.

• Confirm that discipline plans align with the overarching project scope and scheduling 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, providing recommendations for enhancements.

• Offer technical support during construction phases, respond to RFIs, and resolve issues.

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

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

• Review and propose technologies and equipment to boost performance and lower operational costs.

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

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

• Occasionally travel for client meetings, significant project milestones, collaborative onsite sessions, and critical business activities.

⛳️ Requirements

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

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

• Profound experience in mechanical engineering for data centers or other critical facilities.

• Strong understanding of HVAC, piping, and fire suppression systems design and implementation.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

• Capacity to establish and maintain strong client relationships.

• Ability to think innovatively and identify opportunities to enhance the client experience.

• Experience with 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.

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

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits and perks.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• 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.

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