Salary
💰 $140,000 - $180,000 per year
About the role
- Establish and maintain mechanical design standards and specifications for data center systems Review and approve HVAC, cooling, and liquid cooling designs, submittals, and equipment Lead technical risk assessments, QA/QC processes, and commissioning approvals Oversee integration of mechanical systems with electrical, structural, and controls disciplines Drive innovation in cooling efficiency, advanced thermal management, and sustainability initiatives Mentor a growing team of engineers and guide external consultants and contractors
Requirements
- 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience, with at least 5+ years in data centers or mission-critical facilities Proven track record leading technical reviews, approvals, and consultant/vendor management on large-scale projects ($50M+) Expertise in HVAC systems, cooling towers, chillers, liquid cooling, and thermal management solutions Familiarity with ASHRAE standards, IMC, and energy codes; advanced certifications in HVAC, energy efficiency, or thermal management a plus Experience with CFD modeling, load calculations, and mechanical analysis tools (Trane TRACE, Carrier HAP, etc.) preferre d Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited program required) Professional Engineer (P.E.) license strongly preferred