Mechanical Technical Lead

Critical Facility Group

. Lead mechanical HVAC design for data centers and other mission-critical facilities, from basis of design through issued construction documents .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive mechanical HVAC design expertise for data centers and mission-critical facilities, with a strong focus on project leadership, technical quality, and interdisciplinary coordination. Holds an active Professional Engineer (PE) license and possesses proficiency in Revit, ensuring effective design and execution of complex mechanical systems.

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Active Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseMechanical HVAC Design ExperienceProficiency in RevitInterdisciplinary CoordinationClient Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Mechanical HVAC DesignComplex Mechanical Systems DesignTechnical JudgmentProject Deliverables ManagementConstruction Document PreparationDesign Criteria EstablishmentEquipment SelectionCalculation ReviewTechnical Quality OwnershipChilled-Water Plant Experience

Soft Skills

DelegationMentoringTeam CoordinationProblem SolvingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Data Center DesignMission-Critical FacilitiesConstruction Phase IssuesHealthcare FacilitiesCleanroomsGMP FacilitiesLaboratoriesCampus Central Utility PlantsCRAH/CRAC SystemsLiquid Cooling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead mechanical HVAC design for data centers and other mission-critical facilities, from basis of design through issued construction documents
Establish design criteria and review calculations, equipment selections, drawings, and specifications
Delegate technical assignments, establish clear expectations, and review the work of supporting engineers and designers
Sign and seal engineering drawings as the engineer in responsible charge
Coordinate with electrical, controls, architecture, and project management teams
Respond to RFIs, review submittals, and resolve construction-phase technical issues
Own technical quality, project deliverables, and deadlines while mentoring and developing other engineers
Own complex mechanical design projects from concept through construction
Establish the technical approach and guide supporting engineers and designers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in a U.S. state
Typically 8+ years of mechanical HVAC design experience, including independently leading complex projects from start to finish
Substantial experience designing complex, large-scale mechanical systems
Proficiency in Revit
Demonstrated experience delegating, coordinating, and reviewing the technical work of others
Strong technical judgment, interdisciplinary coordination, and client communication skills
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field
Ability to travel to project sites approximately once a month
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
CFG is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas
This role is open to candidates residing in states where CFG is registered to employ
Preferred: Data center or mission-critical facility design experience
Preferred: Comparable experience in technically demanding environments, including large healthcare facilities, cleanrooms, GMP facilities, laboratories, or campus central utility plants
Preferred: Experience with chilled-water plants, heat rejection, CRAH/CRAC systems, liquid cooling, and controls sequences

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
$1,500 annual HSA contribution with the high-deductible plan
401(k) with a 100% match up to 5% of compensation
11 paid company holidays plus paid time off
$75/month cell phone reimbursement and $50/month health reimbursement
Eligible for bonuses