Rowan Digital Infrastructure · 1 day ago
Design Manager - Mechanical Engineer
Denver, CO Office
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expRowan Digital Infrastructure is redefining how data centers are delivered, focusing on sustainability and efficiency. The Engineering Manager will provide mechanical engineering expertise to support projects across the Rowan data center project portfolio, ensuring that engineering work is executed according to design specifications and collaborating with various teams to optimize designs for constructability.
Data CenterRenewable EnergyTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Lead, direct, and manage MEP engineering consultants in the design, permitting, and coordination of MEP engineering, specifically in the mechanical, plumbing, controls, and data center cooling disciplines. Expertise is not needed in all areas, but a general knowledge of all areas from a design and construction perspective is required including an understanding of central cooling plants and large scale cooling distribution systems
Coordinate with and ensure Rowan’s understanding of any MEP engineering related Customer design requirements on a project-by-project basis
Use previous experience with data center cooling strategies, including air cooled and liquid cooling solutions within the white space to guide and support the Rowan design Team and translate the customer's needs the Rowan design
Provide on-site field support as needed during construction, ensuring that MEP engineering work is executed according to design specifications and standards
Collaborate with the design and construction teams to address site-specific challenges and make recommendations to optimize designs for constructability
Interface with and serve Rowan’s commercial team and program managers with Subject Matter Expert (SME) level data and interpretation for key stakeholder decisions related to mechanical engineering
Support the preparation of construction documents (CDs), including drawings, specifications, performance modeling, and scopes of work, for MEP components of data center projects. The CDs production will be performed by 3rd party consultants
As needed, review contractor work, submittals, and RFIs to ensure that MEP engineering elements adhere to Rowan's standards of quality and project requirements
Nurture and create relationships with permitting agencies, vendors, and client technical experts
Identify risks during all stages of the project lifecycle from site origination through operations
Support the growth of the engineering team and of Rowan by helping to establish engineering standards and processes
Support other technical tasks not listed as required
Support site construction teams with MEP engineering pre-construction services as an internal client
Must be comfortable working with government and jurisdictional agencies on complex NEP review, permitting, and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) approval processes
Qualification
Required
Accredited professional degree in Mechanical or electrical Engineering. Other related fields may be considered
EIT required
5-7+ years of experience participating in and leading commercial or industrial MEP design project, with specific experience in data center critical cooling systems
3+ years of hands-on experience overseeing MEP design and construction activities in the field with strong knowledge of HVAC and Plumbing best practices, safety standards, and quality control procedures
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, REVIT, NAVISWORKS, and Blue Beam Revu
Knowledge of MEP design, control, communication, BMS/EMS, and construction practices and processes required
Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
Knowledge of QA/QC and specification processes
Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate large teams and consultants
Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise, and professional manner both verbally and in writing
Experience communicating with senior leaders and executives at all levels of the organization
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, and highly cross-functional environment
Ability to work with little oversight
Ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions
Ability to make decisions under challenging circumstances
Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment
Ability to work on multiple tasks at the same time
Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
Preferred
Sustainable design accreditation and/or professional licensure preferred
Knowledge of data center industry and trends preferred
Benefits
Hybrid working environment
Team building and educational opportunities
Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k) company contribution
Unlimited PTO
Competitive compensation and bonus plan
Company
Rowan Digital Infrastructure
Rowan Digital Infrastructure designs to deliver low-cost net zero solutions to green data centers
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$2.21B2025-02-25Debt Financing· $1.24B
2025-01-16Debt Financing· $975M
Leadership Team
Charley Daitch
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-12-19
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