Construction MEP Engineer

Experis; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 115,718 - 123,984; Full time

Job summary

Experis is seeking an experienced Construction MEP Engineer to support onsite mechanical engineering for large-scale data center projects in Des Moines, IA. The role focuses on HVAC systems, BAS integration, and ensuring compliance with design specifications, collaborating with multiple teams to meet safety, quality, schedule, and cost targets.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and 10+ years of data center or mission-critical facility experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related.
• 10+ years in engineering/construction, preferably data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• Strong expertise in HVAC and cooling infrastructure.
• Experience integrating mechanical systems with BAS.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, specs, and construction docs.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite mechanical engineering support for large-scale data center construction projects and ensure design compliance.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors and stakeholders to resolve design conflicts, RFIs, and technical issues.
• Inspect mechanical systems installation, including HVAC and cooling infrastructure, to verify quality and adherence to project standards.
• Support project delivery objectives related to safety, quality, schedule, and cost management.
• Collaborate with BAS, commissioning teams to ensure startup and operation of critical facility systems.

Skills

HVAC systems

Reading blueprints & drawings

BAS integration

Project coordination

Data center engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Our client, a leading global technology and cloud infrastructure organization, is seeking a Construction MEP Engineer to join their team. As a Construction MEP Engineer, you will be part of the Data Center Development team supporting construction management, engineering, and project delivery teams. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative mindset which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Construction MEP Engineer

Location: Des Moines, IA (Onsite)

Pay Range: $84 - $90

What’s the Job?

• Provide onsite mechanical engineering support for large-scale data center construction projects and ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve design conflicts, RFIs, and technical issues.
• Inspect mechanical systems installation, including HVAC and cooling infrastructure, to verify quality and adherence to project standards.
• Support project delivery objectives related to safety, quality, schedule, and cost management.
• Collaborate with building automation and commissioning teams to ensure successful startup and operation of critical facility systems.

What’s Needed?

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 10+ years of engineering or construction experience, preferably within mission-critical facilities or data centers.
• Strong expertise in HVAC systems, cooling technologies, and mechanical infrastructure.
• Experience integrating mechanical systems with Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.

What’s in it for me?

• Opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation hyperscale data center facilities.
• Long-term assignment with strong potential for extension.
• Work alongside industry-leading engineering and construction professionals.
• Exposure to cutting-edge cooling technologies and mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Be part of a high-impact team helping deliver critical digital infrastructure supporting global cloud services.

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.