Mechanical Engineer, Data Centers

AECOM

. Support the design, coordination, documentation, and delivery of mechanical systems for data centers and mission-critical facilities .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $69,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical engineering design for data centers, focusing on HVAC systems, energy efficiency, and compliance with building codes. Proficient in using engineering design software and BIM tools to support the development and coordination of mechanical systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

HVAC System DesignBIM CoordinationEnergy Efficiency AnalysisMechanical Load CalculationsChilled Water Systems

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringThermodynamicsFluid MechanicsHeat TransferLoad AssessmentsSystem Performance AnalysisEquipment SizingTechnical Specifications ReviewRedundant Mechanical InfrastructureCommissioning

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADRevit MEPBIM Coordination ToolsHVAC Calculation ProgramsNavisworks

Certifications & Qualifications

E.I.T. Professional Designation

Industry Keywords

Data Center InfrastructureMission-Critical FacilitiesCooling StrategiesEnergy CodesQuality Checks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Airflow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the design, coordination, documentation, and delivery of mechanical systems for data centers and mission-critical facilities
Assist in designing HVAC, cooling, ventilation, and mechanical utility systems
Support chilled water systems, cooling towers, pumps, piping networks, air handling units, and CRAC/CRAH systems
Assist with cooling strategies for high-density server environments, including liquid cooling technologies
Perform preliminary engineering calculations, equipment sizing, and load assessments under senior engineer direction
Support mechanical load, heat rejection, airflow, hydronic sizing, energy efficiency, and system performance analyses
Help evaluate system redundancy and reliability requirements, including N+1 and 2N configurations
Review equipment selections and technical specifications for project compliance
Prepare and update mechanical drawings, schematics, equipment schedules, construction documents, design narratives, and technical specifications
Use AutoCAD, Revit MEP, BIM coordination tools, and HVAC calculation programs
Coordinate with electrical, structural, architectural, plumbing, fire protection, and controls teams
Identify and resolve spatial conflicts and design clashes using BIM models and Navisworks
Participate in design coordination meetings and track outstanding technical issues
Assist with contractor submittals, equipment shop drawings, RFIs, construction questions, site visits, inspections, and commissioning
Apply building, mechanical, and energy codes and support quality checks and compliance documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline and no experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Familiarity with HVAC principles, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer
Exposure to AutoCAD, Revit MEP, BIM coordination, or HVAC calculation tools
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
Interest in data center infrastructure, critical cooling systems, energy efficiency, and mission-critical engineering design
Exposure to data center, healthcare, semiconductor, laboratory, industrial, or other mission-critical projects preferred
Experience with chilled water systems, redundant mechanical infrastructure, or commissioning preferred
Proficiency in engineering design software, BIM/CAD tools, and building system applications such as REVIT preferred
E.I.T. professional designation preferred
Must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future
Relocation is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absence
Voluntary benefits and perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Award-winning training and development programs
In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location