Data Center Cooling Leader — Principal Mechanical Engineer

CAM Integrated Solutions, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

CAM Integrated Solutions, LLC is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical engineering function for its Data Center Division in Houston, TX. You will design and deliver reliable, energy-efficient cooling systems for mission-critical facilities and set mechanical design standards.

The role requires 15+ years in mechanical engineering for data centers, strong ASHRAE knowledge, and the ability to guide multi-discipline teams, with PE license strongly preferred and a focus on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• PE license strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of mechanical engineering experience in mission-critical facilities.
• Deep understanding of data center cooling strategies and redundancy configurations.
• Strong knowledge of ASHRAE guidelines and data center environmental standards.
• Experience with large-scale chilled water and/or air-cooled systems.
• Proven ability to lead multi-discipline coordination and deliver complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Mechanical Technical Authority for data center projects, overseeing HVAC and cooling system design, integration and commissioning.
• Lead design and review of mission-critical cooling systems (chilled water plants, air-cooled systems, CRAH/CRAC, cooling towers).
• Develop and standardize mechanical designs for scalability, efficiency and redundancy (N, N+1, 2N, 2N+1).
• Collaborate with electrical/controls teams to ensure integration of mechanical and power systems.
• Optimize designs for energy efficiency and reliability, targeting PUE 1.5 or less.
• Support fast-track and modular delivery, including prefabricated and skid-based cooling systems.
• Engage with clients to define requirements, present solutions, and lead technical discussions.
• Evaluate vendor options (OEMs for chillers, cooling towers, pumps, etc.) and coordinate with them.
• Lead design reviews, constructability assessments and commissioning planning.
• Mentor engineers and establish best practices; support business growth in data centers.

Skills

Mechanical leadership

HVAC design

Client engagement

Cross-discipline coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

PE license preferred

Job description

CAM Integrated Solutions, LLC is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical engineering function for its Data Center Division in Houston, TX. You will design and deliver reliable, energy-efficient cooling systems for mission-critical facilities and set mechanical design standards.

The role requires 15+ years in mechanical engineering for data centers, strong ASHRAE knowledge, and the ability to guide multi-discipline teams, with PE license strongly preferred and a focus on