Senior Mechanical Engineer - Data Centers

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Data Centers

Job Location s:
Austin, TX;
Atlanta, GA;
Birmingham, AL;
Columbia, SC;
Columbus, OH;
Huntsville, AL;
Midland, MI;
Lima, OH;
Nashville, TN;
Phoenix, AZ;
Portland, OR; and additional locations.

Job Type: Full Time

Overview:
Lead mechanical engineering for high‑performance data center and AI factory design. Coordinate a multi‑disciplinary team across multiple sites, ensuring projects meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.

• Act as the mechanical discipline project lead on multi‑location data center projects.
• Oversee technical performance of the team for contracted scope, schedule, and budget.
• Create technical project plans, specifications, drawings, and models for piping, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, including clean/dry rooms.
• Maintain communication with project team members and clients.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines.
• Use engineering and design software to perform tasks.
• Ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of deliverables.
• Perform quality reviews to ensure conformance to codes, specifications, and best practices.
• Manage changes to scope, schedule, or professional services.
• Meet with contractors to discuss technical aspects of design and construction.
• Conduct field verification and site walks to validate and resolve design issues.
• Resolve design issues on site during construction.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and coaching to less experienced staff.
• Participate in proposal preparation and staffing plans.
• Travel as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license; ability to register in additional states.
• Minimum 12 years of mechanical engineering experience with data center design required.
• Experience with HVAC, chilled water, air handling, hot/cold aisle containment, utility piping, and plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of local building codes and international standards.
• Experience working with Revit.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid passport for occasional international travel.

• Hybrid or fully remote work schedule.
• Competitive salary: $130k–$170k per year (location dependent).
• Annual target bonus and incentive program.
• Ownership opportunities; company‑owned.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Professional development and training.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Supportive culture with continuous learning and career advancement.