Senior Associate Mechanical Engineer

Rowan Digital Infrastructure

. Support Rowan Design Managers and MEP engineering consultants in designing, permitting, and coordinating construction drawings for mechanical, plumbing, and controls disciplines .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $108,313 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in MEP design, particularly in data center environments, with a strong focus on HVAC and plumbing best practices. Proficient in coordinating construction activities and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize designs and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Engineering Degree3+ Years MEP Design ExperienceHVAC and Plumbing KnowledgeProficiency in AutoDesk FormaEIT or Sustainable Design Accreditation

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Hard Skills

MEP DesignHVAC Best PracticesPlumbing Best PracticesConstruction Document PreparationPerformance ModelingData Center Cooling StrategiesRisk IdentificationAnalytical Problem-SolvingSustainability GuidelinesCFD Software Familiarity

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationIndependent WorkTime ManagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteProcoreAutoDesk FormaBlue Beam RevuCFD Software

Certifications & Qualifications

EIT AccreditationSustainable Design Accreditation

Industry Keywords

Data Center IndustryConstruction PracticesIntegrated Design GuidelinesQuality Control ProceduresSafety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Rowan Design Managers and MEP engineering consultants in designing, permitting, and coordinating construction drawings for mechanical, plumbing, and controls disciplines
Coordinate and ensure customer MEP engineering design requirements are evaluated and incorporated project by project
Apply data center cooling strategies, including air-cooled and liquid-cooled solutions, to guide design and support customer requirements
Provide on-site field support during construction as needed
Collaborate with design and construction teams to address site-specific challenges and optimize designs for constructability
Support third-party design engineers and consultants in preparing construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and performance modeling
Review contractor work, submittals, and RFIs as needed to ensure compliance with Rowan standards and project requirements
Identify risks throughout the project lifecycle from site origination through operations
Support other technical tasks as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Accredited bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; other related fields may be considered
3+ years of experience participating in data center or similar complex industrial MEP design
Hands-on experience with construction activities in the field
Strong knowledge of HVAC and Plumbing best practices, safety standards, and quality control procedures
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Procore, AutoDesk Forma, and Blue Beam Revu
Knowledge of MEP design, control, communication, BMS/EMS, and construction practices and processes
Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
EIT and/or sustainable design accreditation preferred
Familiarity with CFD software such as Star-CCM or SixSigma preferred
Knowledge of data center industry and trends preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate and present ideas clearly and professionally, verbally and in writing
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly cross-functional environment
Ability to work with little oversight and independently
Ability to solve problems and apply innovative solutions
Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment
Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
Ability to travel up to 25% for company gatherings, meetings, or project sites
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least five years of project management experience in the data center or real estate industry

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working environment
Team building and educational opportunities
Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k)-company contribution
Unlimited PTO
RTD ECO pass or parking reimbursement
Competitive compensation, bonus, and an incentive plan
Equity
Bonus