AECOM · 12 hours ago
Data Center Mechanical Engineering Lead
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$200K/yr - $240K/yr
10+ years expAECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and construction of mechanical systems for hyperscale data centers, focusing on HVAC, piping, and fire suppression systems.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Act as the primary point of contact for clients, responding to their inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, regularly communicating with them to understand their needs and expectations
Coordinating with multiple disciplines and acting as lead mechanical engineer to ensure that projects are delivered within budget and on schedule while managing the mechanical team including HVAC, fire protection, plumbing
Develop detailed specifications for mechanical equipment, including pumps, fans, and air handling units
Writing reports for internal and external purposes based on findings
Ensures discipline plans that are created to meet overall project team requirements for project scope and schedule
Stays current on codes and technologies appropriate to the mechanical, plumbing and fire protection systems related to hyperscale data centers
Analyze and evaluate mechanical system performance, identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations for upgrades
Provide technical support during the construction phase, responding to RFIs and addressing any issues that arise
Attend job site visits, project meetings, and commissioning activities as needed
Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations
Evaluate and recommend new technologies and equipment to enhance system performance and reduce operational costs
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical and mechanical engineers, to ensure seamless integration of the chiller systems with other data center infrastructure
Analyze energy usage, identifying opportunities for optimization and cost savings
Qualification
Required
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
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
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absences
Voluntary benefits
Perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2012-12-31Grant· $0.01M
2007-05-11IPO
Leadership Team
W. Troy Rudd
CEO
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