Senior Mechanical Engineer, Data Centers

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

📋 Description

• Design and develop HVAC systems and heat rejection solutions for data centers, focusing on both air-cooled and direct-fluid-cooled applications.

• Choose suitable air and water cooling systems, which may include fan wall units, CRAHs, chilled water systems, DX systems, CRAC units, in-row cooling, and containment strategies.

• Execute internal CFD simulations to enhance airflow, assess transient conditions, pinpoint hotspots, and boost cooling effectiveness.

• Perform external CFD analyses for standalone buildings and campus-wide systems.

• Prepare or oversee the preparation of CFD models and analyze the results to suggest design alterations.

• Coordinate design modifications and their effects with other project teams.

• Create redundant and fault-tolerant HVAC systems that encompass backup cooling, automatic switchover, and monitoring solutions.

• Conduct heat load assessments and capacity planning considering IT equipment, power density, growth, and project phases.

• Calculate HVAC loads for administrative and common areas.

• Implement energy-efficient HVAC strategies, incorporating economizers, variable speed drives, energy recovery, and airflow optimization techniques.

• Develop filtration and air quality monitoring systems to safeguard sensitive IT equipment.

• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to align HVAC systems with electrical infrastructure, UPS, emergency power, fire suppression, and other essential systems.

• Engage in hands-on, client-facing roles on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects.

• Work collaboratively with global AECOM teams on data center initiatives for clients around the world.

⛳️ Requirements

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

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

• P.E. registration is mandatory.

• Capability to work remotely from various U.S. locations where AECOM has offices.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

• Familiarity with data center TER Standard Topology according to Uptime Institute, TIA 942, and ANSI/BICSI 002.

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

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

• CEM, BEMP, or LEED professional certifications are beneficial.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical benefits

• Dental benefits

• Vision benefits

• Life insurance

• AD&D benefits

• Disability benefits

• Paid time off

• Leaves of absence

• Voluntary benefits

• Perks

• Flexible work options

• Well-being resources

• Employee assistance program

• Business travel insurance

• Service recognition awards

• Retirement savings plan

• Employee stock purchase plan

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

• Award-winning training and development programs

• Opportunities for career growth and upward mobility

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