Mechanical Engineering Lead, Data Centers

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Serve as the primary liaison for clients, addressing inquiries and concerns effectively.

• Build and sustain robust client relationships while understanding their needs and expectations.

• Coordinate with various disciplines and lead the mechanical engineering team, encompassing HVAC, fire protection, and plumbing.

• Manage project delivery within budget constraints and timelines.

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

• Prepare reports for both internal use and external stakeholders.

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

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

• Assess and evaluate the performance of mechanical systems and suggest upgrades when necessary.

• Provide technical assistance during construction, address RFIs, and resolve emerging issues.

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

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

• Assess and recommend technologies and equipment aimed at enhancing performance and lowering operating costs.

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

• Analyze energy consumption and pinpoint opportunities for optimization and cost savings.

• Design and supervise the construction of HVAC, piping, and fire suppression systems tailored for hyperscale data centers.

• Occasionally travel for client meetings, significant project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other essential business activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and ten (10) years of relevant experience in mechanical design and/or engineering, focusing on data center infrastructure, or equivalent experience and/or education.

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

• Significant experience in mechanical engineering specific 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 skills.

• Proven ability to establish and maintain strong client relationships.

• Creative thinking skills with the capability to enhance the client experience.

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

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

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

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

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Life and AD&D insurance.

• Disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits and perks.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development initiatives.

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