Data Center Mechanical Engineer

Google; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 144,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Data Center Mechanical Engineer in Amarillo, TX. This role involves providing expert technical support for data center operations and developing mechanical designs from concept to construction.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Power Engineering, along with 5 years of relevant experience in facility design, HVAC systems, and mission critical facilities. The position offers a competitive salary range of $144,000–$209,000, plus bonuses and benefits.

Join Google to contribute to innovative projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5 years of experience in mission critical facility design and construction environments.
• 5 years of experience in HVAC and mechanical distribution systems design.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support to data center services and operations teams.
• Develop and manage mechanical designs at the site level.
• Collaborate with the Engineer of Record for site-specific requirements.

Job description

Data Center Mechanical Engineer

Location: Amarillo, TX, USA

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience in mission critical facility design and construction environments.
• 5 years of experience in design, construction and commissioning of HVAC and mechanical distribution systems, including air and water side systems.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of the time as required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree in Engineering, Business, or other relevant fields, or a Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• 5 years of experience with mission critical facilities and data centers (multi-tenant facilities or build-to-suit single tenant facilities) in design or construction with project/engineering management.
• Experience working with data center equipment and environments (e.g., switchgear, generators, transformers, controls, security monitoring systems, fire safety systems).
• Understanding of start up/commissioning processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support to data center services and operations teams, defining mechanical system design requirements for multiple data center projects from inception to completion.
• Develop, implement, and manage the mechanical designs at the site level, starting from the basis of design through to the issuance of construction documents for new builds, infrastructure upgrades, and renovations.
• Collaborate effectively with the Engineer of Record (EOR) to respond to site-specific engineering Requests for Information (RFI) and ensure alignment between Google's requirements and the overall design.
• Work closely with the core engineering team to provide site-specific requirements during the development of the Basis of Design (BOD) and coordinate system-level schematics with the EOR.
• Own and manage site-level power system issues during projects execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve challenges effectively.

Compensation: US base salary range for this full‑time position is $144,000–$209,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire.

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