Mechanical Engineering Lead, Data Centers - Remote; U.S

Mechanical Engineering Lead, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

AECOM is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with experience on Hyperscale Data Center projects to act as Data Center Mechanical Engineer Lead. The job incumbent will be responsible for designing and overseeing the construction of mechanical systems for hyperscale data centers, including HVAC, piping and fire suppression systems. This position is based in Arlington, VA, however, is open to other AECOM office locations and remote work under certain circumstances.

The Mechanical Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of our data center infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering and experience working with high-density data centers.

This position offers the flexibility of a remote work schedule and can be based from a variety of locations in the US where AECOM has an office. Although the position is primarily remote, periodic travel may be required for client meetings, key project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other business-critical activities. Travel is expected to be occasional and scheduled in advance.

AECOM is a leader in the global data center consulting industry with robust teams in the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with our teams around the world on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects for global clients. This is a hands-on, client-facing role with an opportunity for upward career mobility.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering plus ten (10) years of relevant experience in mechanical design and/or mechanical engineering, with a focus on data center infrastructure, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional Engineer License (P.E.) is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering plus twelve (12) years of relevant experience in mechanical design and/or mechanical engineering, with a focus on data center infrastructure, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Extensive experience in mechanical engineering for data centers or other critical facilities.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, piping, and fire suppression systems design and construction.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients
• Ability to think creatively and identify opportunities to enhance the client experience.
• Experience working with computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) software
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with data center design and construction, including design criteria and industry standards

• Relocation is not available for this position
• Sponsorship is available for this position