Mechanical Engineer – Mission Critical Data Centers

Role Overview

• Design and support Mission Critical HVAC and mechanical systems for data centers, including air-cooled and liquid-cooled cooling systems, chilled water plants, cooling towers, CRAC/CRAH units, and associated distribution systems.
• Experience utilizing CFD modeling software, such as 6Sigma, to model and analyze airflow distribution, thermal performance, cooling effectiveness, and evaluation of multiple design scenarios in air-cooled and liquid-cooled data center projects.
• Perform cooling load calculations, equipment sizing, airflow analysis, and mechanical system modeling to support high-density IT environments and critical infrastructure.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to evaluate and present HVAC system alternatives, redundancy strategies, and cooling solutions to clients and project stakeholders.
• Perform technical and QA/QC reviews to ensure the delivery of code-compliant, and high-quality engineering deliverables.
• Develop and modify models, plans, details, and drawings of mechanical and plumbing engineering systems and components according to applicable standards and modeling techniques.
• Effectively communicate and present HVAC and plumbing design concepts, system alternatives, and engineering solutions during multidisciplinary design reviews and project coordination meetings.
• Motivate and inspire team members.
• Conduct training sessions for internal employees when necessary.

Requirements

• BA/BS or MA/MS in related field and 3 or more years related experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) certification required.
• Experience with building HVAC system design for commercial, mixed-use, healthcare, aviation, hospitality, and/or high-rise preferred.
• Experience designing sustainable building systems, including familiarity with LEED, Green Building Institute, or other sustainability credentialing.
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Expert verbal and written communication abilities for both internal and external relationships.
• Experience with discipline related software applications and calculation tools.
• Substantial experience designing in Autodesk Revit 3-D modeling software and directing the preparation of construction documents.
• Experience conducting and leading QAQC and coordination of design documents between disciplines.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents including scientific and technical journals, handbooks, and industry information.
• Proficient in use of MS Teams, OneDrive/SharePoint, and MS Office suite.
• Ability to provide effective responses to sensitive inquiries from clients, regulatory agencies, and/or members of the business community.
• Able to write technical opinions, articles, and thought leadership social media using original or innovative techniques or style.
• Mentally and physically capable of performing all essential duties required of the position.
• Willing to travel to project sites or offices, as needed.

Tech Stack

• Airflow

Benefits

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!