SWJ Technology specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. They are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Data Center Construction to support the design, construction, and commissioning of data center facilities. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with mechanical systems in high-density data centers and will be responsible for overseeing the installation and compliance of these systems.
Responsibilities:
- Design, review, and oversee installation of mechanical systems for data center facilities, including:
- HVAC, chilled water, and air-handling systems
- Cooling strategies (air-cooled, liquid-cooled, and hybrid systems)
- Plumbing, drainage, and fire protection systems
- Support mechanical system layouts in coordination with architectural, structural, and electrical teams
- Review construction drawings, specifications, and submittals for compliance with project requirements and codes
- Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and commissioning agents during construction and startup
- Perform site inspections to ensure quality, safety, and adherence to design intent
- Support commissioning, functional testing, and turnover of mechanical systems
- Participate in risk assessments, value engineering, and constructability reviews
- Troubleshoot mechanical system issues during construction and early operation phases
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements (ASHRAE, NFPA, local building codes)
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience in building construction, with a strong focus on data centers or mission-critical facilities
- Proven experience with HVAC and cooling systems for high-density server environments
- Familiarity with redundancy concepts (N, N+1, 2N) and reliability requirements
- Experience working on active or brownfield data center sites is a plus
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications
- Strong coordination and communication skills with multidisciplinary teams
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work in fast-paced, schedule-driven construction environments
- Attention to detail with a strong focus on quality and reliability
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure
- Experience with commissioning processes and integrated systems testing
- Knowledge of energy efficiency strategies and sustainability initiatives
- Familiarity with BIM / Revit and mechanical modeling tools
- Experience working with hyperscale or colocation data center projects