Mechanical Engineer, Data Centers

AECOM

Mechanical Engineer focusing on HVAC system design for Data Centers at AECOM. Responsibilities include developing heat rejection systems, selecting cooling systems, and ensuring air quality standards.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $150,000 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Airflow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Developing and designing Heat Rejection and HVAC systems tailored for data centers.
Selecting appropriate air/water side cooling systems for data centers.
Conducting internal CFD simulations to optimize airflow distribution and ensure efficient cooling.
Designing HVAC systems with redundancy and fault-tolerant features.
Performing heat load calculations for data centers to determine cooling requirements.
Implementing energy-efficient HVAC design strategies.
Ensuring optimal air quality and maintaining appropriate filtration systems.
Collaborating with electrical and mechanical engineers on integration of systems.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education.
Experience in data center mechanical and electrical equipment installation and operation.
P. E. registration is required
Knowledge of data center TER Standard Topology as per Uptime Institute, TIA 942, ANSI/BICSI 002
Professional certifications related to HVAC engineering, such as Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Building Energy Modeling Professional (BEMP), or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) accreditation, would be advantageous.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
life
AD&D
disability benefits
paid time off
leaves of absences
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

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Hard Skills & Tools

HVAC systems designheat rejection systemsCFD simulationsheat load calculationsenergy-efficient designair quality managementfiltration systemscooling systems selectionfault-tolerant designdata center cooling

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunication

Certifications

P.E. registrationCertified Energy Manager (CEM)Building Energy Modeling Professional (BEMP)LEED accreditation