Critical Infrastructure Mechanical Lead

Socket.dev; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

STN is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with expertise in mission-critical infrastructure, data center facilities, and large-scale projects. You will support full lifecycle from design through commissioning and operations, lead RCA, CAPA, and reliability initiatives, and collaborate across operations, construction, and controls teams to maintain high availability and energy efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, 3+ years in relevant sectors, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience supporting industrial, commercial, utility, power generation, oil & gas, or data center facilities.
• Experience with mission-critical infrastructure design, operation, maintenance, or construction.
• Strong understanding of integrated mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, submittals, and applicable building codes.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide full lifecycle engineering support for mission-critical facilities from design inception through construction, commissioning, operation, and ongoing maintenance.
• Serve as the primary mechanical engineering resource for regional infrastructure projects and operational teams.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts, root cause analyses (RCA), and corrective action development for critical equipment and system failures.
• Support operational excellence through technical reviews, procedure development, equipment assessments, and training initiatives.
• Design and implement upgrade projects that increase capacity, improve reliability, enhance energy efficiency, and support sustainability objectives.
• Collaborate closely with operations, construction, commissioning, controls, environmental health and safety, and design teams to maintain engineering standards and operational consistency.
• Conduct engineering audits and site assessments, identifying operational risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Support new construction projects as a resident engineer, ensuring successful installation, commissioning, startup, and system turnover.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects across various locations while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.
• Develop innovative engineering solutions that improve facility performance, resilience, and long-term maintainability.

Skills

Critical Infrastructure Engineering

Data Center Operations & Design

Mechanical Systems Engineering

HVAC & Cooling Systems

Chillers, Cooling Towers, Pumps & Heat

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAP

Reliability & Maintenance Engineering

Construction Management

Commissioning & Startup Support

Engineering Audits & Risk Assessments

Project Management

Building Codes & Design Standards

Energy Efficiency & Sustainability

EPMS, SCADA & BMS Systems

Water Treatment & Water Chemistry

Technical Documentation & Reporting

Cross-Functional Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

BMS

Job description

STN is looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer with expertise in mission-critical infrastructure, industrial facilities, and large-scale engineering projects. Proven ability to support the full lifecycle of critical facilities from design and construction through commissioning, operation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. Skilled in root cause analysis (RCA), reliability engineering, HVAC systems, chilled water plants, power generation support systems, and data center infrastructure. Strong track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve availability, efficiency, sustainability, and operational excellence in complex environments at STN.

Core Competencies

• Critical Infrastructure Engineering

• Data Center Operations & Design

• Mechanical Systems Engineering

• HVAC & Cooling Systems

• Chillers, Cooling Towers, Pumps & Heat Exchangers

• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

• Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)

• Reliability & Maintenance Engineering

• Construction Management

• Commissioning & Startup Support

• Engineering Audits & Risk Assessments

• Project Management

• Building Codes & Design Standards

• Energy Efficiency & Sustainability

• EPMS, SCADA & BMS Systems

• Water Treatment & Water Chemistry

• Technical Documentation & Reporting

• Cross-Functional Leadership

Professional Experience Critical Infrastructure Mechanical Engineer | STN

• Provide full lifecycle engineering support for mission-critical facilities from design inception through construction, commissioning, operation, and ongoing maintenance.

• Serve as the primary mechanical engineering resource for regional infrastructure projects and operational teams.

• Lead troubleshooting efforts, root cause analyses (RCA), and corrective action development for critical equipment and system failures.

• Support operational excellence through technical reviews, procedure development, equipment assessments, and training initiatives.

• Design and implement upgrade projects that increase capacity, improve reliability, enhance energy efficiency, and support sustainability objectives.

• Collaborate closely with operations, construction, commissioning, controls, environmental health and safety, and design teams to maintain engineering standards and operational consistency.

• Conduct engineering audits and site assessments, identifying operational risks and developing mitigation strategies.

• Support new construction projects as a resident engineer, ensuring successful installation, commissioning, startup, and system turnover.

• Manage multiple concurrent projects across various locations while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.

• Develop innovative engineering solutions that improve facility performance, resilience, and long-term maintainability.

Technical Expertise Mechanical Systems

• Air-Cooled Chillers

• Water-Cooled Chillers

• Cooling Towers

• Pumps & Hydronic Systems

• Heat Exchangers

• CRAH Units

• Air Economizers

• Ventilation Systems

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

• Industrial Water Treatment Systems

Electrical Infrastructure Familiarity

• UPS Systems

• Diesel Generators

• Electrical Switchgear

• Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)

• Static Transfer Switches (STS)

• Power Distribution Units (PDUs)

Controls & Analytics

• Building Management Systems (BMS)

• Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)

• Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS)

• Data Analytics & Performance Trending

• SQL and Data Querying

• Engineering Reporting & Dashboards

• Automation & Scripting Fundamentals

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• 3+ years of experience supporting industrial, commercial, utility, power generation, oil & gas, or data center facilities.

• Experience with mission-critical infrastructure design, operation, maintenance, or construction.

• Strong understanding of integrated mechanical and electrical systems.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, submittals, and applicable building codes.

• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project locations as required.

Key Strengths

• Strong engineering judgment and technical decision-making.

• Exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational and project management abilities.

• Data-driven approach to reliability and performance improvement.

• Effective collaborator with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

• Comfortable balancing office engineering work with hands-on field support.

• Committed to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.