Senior Mechanical Engineer – Data Centers

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

📋 Description

• Develop and design systems for heat rejection and HVAC in data centers.

• Choose cooling systems for air and water sides, encompassing fan wall units, CRAHs, chilled water systems, DX systems, CRAC units, in-row cooling, and containment solutions.

• Execute both internal and external computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analyses.

• Prepare or oversee CFD models, evaluate outcomes, suggest design alterations, and enhance system performance.

• Coordinate design modifications and their implications with other project disciplines.

• Design HVAC systems that incorporate redundancy and fault-tolerant features.

• Conduct heat load calculations and capacity planning for the present and future expansions of data centers.

• Analyze HVAC loads for administrative and communal facility areas.

• Employ energy-efficient HVAC strategies, such as economizers, variable speed drives, energy recovery systems, and airflow optimization.

• Design filtration systems and establish mechanisms for air-quality monitoring.

• Partner with electrical and mechanical engineers to ensure the integration of HVAC with electrical infrastructure, UPS, emergency power, fire suppression, and other vital systems.

• Engage directly with clients on high-profile, fast-paced data center initiatives.

• Collaborate with global AECOM teams on data center projects.

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

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree with over 8 years of relevant experience or a proven equivalent of experience and/or education.

• Experience in the installation and operation of mechanical and electrical equipment in data centers.

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) is mandatory.

• Familiarity with the technology sector, mission-critical environments, and the data center industry.

• Understanding of data center TER Standard Topology as outlined by Uptime Institute, TIA 942, and ANSI/BICSI 002.

• A Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, HVAC engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited institution is generally required.

• A Master's degree or advanced coursework in HVAC systems or energy management is preferred.

• Professional certifications like Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Building Energy Modeling Professional (BEMP), or LEED accreditation are beneficial.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

• Newly hired employees are required to participate in an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, 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.

• Relocation assistance may be available for candidates interested in working from the Arlington, VA office.

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