Senior Mechanical Engineer - HVAC​/Plumbing - Data Centers

Senior Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/Plumbing - Data Centers

Location:

Los Angeles, CA, US;
Rancho Cordova, CA, US;
Walnut Creek, CA, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Opportunity Type : Staff

Project Only Hire : No

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead the design of HVAC and plumbing systems for complex, mission-critical data center facilities, including hyperscale and colocation environments. You will work on technically demanding projects that require high reliability, energy and water efficiency, and coordination across multiple disciplines. This position offers opportunities for technical leadership, mentorship, and continued growth while supporting large-scale infrastructure projects across Black & Veatch’s global portfolio.

The Mechanical Buildings Design Group provides HVAC and plumbing solutions for Black & Veatch’s four market sectors:
Governments & Communities, Power Providers, Fuels & Natural Resources and Technology, Commercial & Industrial. Our team supports projects across the globe. The foundation of BV Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and fosters a collaborative and innovative culture with opportunities for career development. This position expands the capabilities of the Data Centers group within the Technology, Commercial, & Industrial sector.

• Lead design and construction activities, including project delivery methods such as traditional Design-Bid-Build and Alternative Conceptual-Bid-Build.
• Design HVAC and plumbing systems for primarily Hyper Scale and Colocation Data Center design, including administrative and support spaces.
• Support additional areas such as Administrative, Warehouse, Maintenance, Workshop, Laboratory, Chemical Storage & Handling, Electrical Distribution Center, Low & Medium Voltage Switchgear, Pump Areas, Engine Generator, Blowers/Air Compressors, and Flammable & Combustible Liquids Storage.
• Lead Data Center airflow CFD modeling studies for interior and exterior spaces.
• Conduct energy audit/efficiency studies, code review/application, and sustainable design/LEED application of sustainable strategies.
• Develop engineering skills while working on challenging projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Previous experience in Data Center/Mission Critical Design.
• Experience with construction support.
• Understanding of design differences in Hyper-scale, edge and colocation data centers.
• Familiarity with Data Center tier rating systems.
• Strong knowledge in Autodesk Revit.
• Data Center airflow CFD modeling experience for internal and external evaluations.
• Computer-generated HVAC cooling and heating loads and HVAC equipment sizing.
• HVAC system energy modeling and energy code knowledge.
• Green building initiatives such as LEED.
• Technical submittal reviewing process and bid reviewing process for large-scale water and air-cooled chiller plants.
• International Codes Council (ICC) Suite of Codes, ASHRAE Handbooks/Standards, ASPE design handbooks, and SMACNA Standards.
• NFPA Standards.
• Attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities simultaneously.
• Cadence Reality Data Center Design (formerly 6
  
  Sigma Room).

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program in the home country or the country of practice.
• Minimum of 11 years related work experience.
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (criminal/civil background check, drug screen, motor vehicle records search) in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

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