Data Center Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define project design criteria and develop the Basis of Design (BOD).
• Manage consultants to implement the project from schematic design through design development to construction documents.
• Oversee the design-build contractor to ensure the project meets the business and technical needs defined in the BOD.
• Provide construction administrative support to the project manager during construction, including tasks such as responding to RFIs, issuing technical bulletins, reviewing submittals and shop drawings, and conducting source inspections at vendor factories.
• Work with the Commissioning (Cx) Agent, contractors, and operations team to complete various levels of startup and commissioning, including Integrated System Testing (IST). This includes reviewing Cx scripts, closing critical punch-list items before IST, and tracking/closing global commissioning QA/QC items.
• Collaborate with HQ and data center operations teams to incorporate the latest lessons learned from operations into new greenfield design projects.
• Review engineering calculations from consultants and conduct independent engineering and cost analyses.
• Research new designs, materials, and construction methods for data center HVAC equipment and related components.
• Travel to data center sites for engineering studies, mechanical systems audits, startup testing, and full commissioning as required.
• Provide guidance to design consultants and installation contractors, ensuring the quality of installed work.
• Take ownership of tasks and work proactively to achieve goals with good team spirit.
• Respond to emergencies on an as-needed basis.

Position Requirement

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, including direct evaporative systems, chilled water systems, condenser water systems, pump controls, Glycool/glycol, AHU units (DX, split, RTU, CRAC, etc.), CRAH units, raised floor systems, hot/cold aisle containment, and building management system/control automation.
• Familiarity with industry standards, building codes, and safety regulations, including UMC, NFPA, ASHRAE, UBC, and LEED.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to deliver solutions for projects under pressure.
• Familiarity with the construction process and cost estimating methods.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Mechanical Engineering.
• A minimum of six (6) years of professional experience in building design and construction, particularly in data center or mission-critical design, construction, and operations.
• Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Visio, Bluebeam, FLOTHERM, or Tileflow.
• Bilingual in Mandarin Chinese is a plus.