Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Industrial Manufacturing

Mechanical Engineering Lead responsible for driving design efforts in hyperscaler data centers. Collaborating on engineering review and ensuring high-quality project delivery.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive mechanical engineering expertise with a focus on hyperscaler data center builds, including structural design, cooling systems, and compliance with industry standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers while ensuring technical requirements are met.

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Mechanical Engineering ExperienceHyperscaler Data Center BuildsCross-Functional Design ReviewsMechanical Codes and StandardsTechnical Leadership and Mentorship

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Hard Skills

Mechanical DesignStructural DesignCooling SystemsEnclosure DesignDesign-for-ManufacturabilityTechnical ScopingCost EstimationRisk IdentificationCustomer Specifications ReviewEngineering Drawings Interpretation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStakeholder Engagement

Industry Keywords

ASMEASHRAEIBCNEMAModular EquipmentPrefabricated EquipmentData Center StandardsTechnical RequirementsDesign StandardsBest Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and interpret customer requirements, engineering drawings, plans, and specifications to ensure mechanical designs meet contractual and technical intent.
Lead cross-functional design reviews, coordinating input and alignment from Sales, Manufacturing, and end-user stakeholders.
Serve as the primary mechanical engineering point of contact for hyperscaler data center build programs.
Develop, review, and approve mechanical layouts, structural designs, enclosure designs, and equipment arrangement drawings.
Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards (ASME, ASHRAE, IBC, NEMA), and customer-specific technical requirements.
Partner with Manufacturing to resolve constructability issues and support design-for-manufacturability initiatives.
Support Sales and proposal teams with technical scoping, cost estimation input, and risk identification during the bid phase.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level mechanical engineers.
Travel to customer sites, manufacturing facilities, and project locations as needed (up to 30%).
Identify and drive resolution of technical issues arising during design, fabrication, and field deployment.
Maintain and improve internal design standards, templates, and best practices for mechanical engineering deliverables.

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of applicable mechanical engineering experience, including significant experience in a lead or senior technical role.
Demonstrated experience with hyperscaler data center builds, specifically involving power skids and e-houses.
Strong working knowledge of mechanical systems relevant to modular/prefabricated equipment, including structural design, cooling/HVAC, and enclosure design.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional design reviews with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience reviewing and interpreting customer specifications, drawings, and contractual technical requirements.
Strong understanding of applicable mechanical codes and industry standards (ASME, ASHRAE, IBC, NEMA, etc.).
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical detail for non-technical stakeholders (e.g., Sales).
Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success.