Data Center Mechanical Engineer

rowan.com; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Team building opportunities

Health & 401(k)

Unlimited PTO

Relocation assistance

Bonus plan

Job summary

Rowan Digital Infrastructure is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the data center project portfolio. The role spans design through facility operations, with on-site field support and interaction across cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in data center MEP design, hands-on HVAC/plumbing experience, and strong communication skills. This is a hybrid Denver role with travel up to 25% and a compensation range of $108,313–$125,000, plus bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Accredited bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; EIT preferred.
• 3+ years in data center MEP design or similar complex industrial work.
• Hands-on field construction experience with HVAC and plumbing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support design managers and consultants in mechanical, plumbing, and controls for data center cooling.
• Coordinate customer design requirements and ensure incorporation on projects.
• Assist with data center cooling strategies including air- and liquid-cooled solutions.
• Provide on-site field support during construction to ensure adherence to specs.
• Collaborate to optimize designs for constructability and efficiency.
• Support preparation of CDs, drawings, specs, and performance modeling.
• Review contractor submittals and RFIs to ensure quality and standards.
• Identify risks across project lifecycle from origination to operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

EIT certification

Sustainable design accreditation (preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Procore

AutoDesk Forma

Blue Beam Revu

CFD software (Star-CCM / SixSigma)

Job description

At Rowan Digital Infrastructure, we are transforming data center delivery for speed and scale. Our mission is to deliver best-in‑class data center solutions to hyperscale customers who share our commitment to sustainability, and to do so with an unwavering focus on efficiency, quality, and flexibility. Our data center solutions are tailored to our customers’ needs and delivered by our exceptional end‑to‑end team. Rowan is assembling a strategic portfolio of data center sites in Tier 1 markets across the United States at various stages of development, and we’re looking for incredible and passionate people to help us advance our company and our commitment to building a more sustainable future.

Rowan is backed by Quinbrook, a leading investor in the energy transition, and Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager.

Role Summary

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to provide support across the Rowan data center project portfolio. This position is a critical part of the technical team that will help support all aspects of the data center design and construction from site origination through facility operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully providing both design and field level engineering support for data center, semi‑conductor, or similar complex industries. The successful candidate will have excellent strategic thinking skills, a customer service orientation, excellent organizational and communication skills, the ability to multitask, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment. Experience with BMS controls design is highly valued for this position, but not required.

Travel: Ability to travel up to (25%) for company gatherings, meetings, or to project sites.

Location: Denver, CO (hybrid in‑office role)

Compensation: $108,313 - $125,000 (Offers Bonus)

Essential Responsibilities

• Support Rowan Design Managers and MEP engineering consultants in the design, permitting, and coordination of construction drawings, specifically in the mechanical, plumbing, and controls for data center cooling disciplines. Expertise is not needed in all areas, but a general knowledge of all areas from a design and construction perspective is necessary.
• Coordinate and ensure MEP engineering related Customer design requirements are evaluated and incorporated on a project‑by‑project basis.
• Experience with data center cooling strategies, including air‑cooled and liquid‑cooled solutions within the white space to help guide the design and support customer requirements.
• Provide on‑site field support as needed during construction, ensuring that MEP engineering work is executed according to design specifications and standards.
• Collaborate with the design and construction teams to address site‑specific challenges and make recommendations to optimize designs for constructability.
• Support third party design engineers and consultants in the preparation of construction documents (CDs), including drawings, specifications, and performance modeling.
• As needed, review contractor work, submittals, and RFIs to ensure that MEP engineering elements adhere to Rowan's standards of quality and project requirements.
• Identify risks during all stages of the project lifecycle from site origination through operations.
• Support other technical tasks not listed as required.

Education, Skills, and Experience

• Accredited bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Other related fields may be considered. EIT and/or sustainable design accreditation preferred.
• 3+ years of experience participating in data center (or similar complex industrial) MEP design, with preference for experience in data center critical cooling systems.
• Hands‑on experience with construction activities in the field with strong knowledge of HVAC and Plumbing best practices, safety standards, and quality control procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Procore, AutoDesk Forma, and Blue Beam Revu. Familiarity with CFD software such as Star‑CCM or SixSigma preferred.
• Knowledge of MEP design, control, communication, BMS/EMS, and construction practices and processes required
• Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
• Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise, and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of data center industry and trends preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, and highly cross‑functional environment.
• Ability to work with little oversight. The Rowan team collaborates constantly; however, the successful candidate should be comfortable working independently.
• Ability to solve problems and apply innovative solutions
• Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment
• Ability to work on multiple tasks at the same time
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (business, construction management, real estate) and at least five (5) years of experience in project management in the data center or real estate industry.

Fueled by Excellence & Collaboration

At Rowan, we are a distributed team united by a common mission to transform data center delivery. Across our two offices, we offer a hybrid work environment supported by teamwork, technology, and in‑office gathering time to help you be successful. We are headquartered in downtown Denver, Colorado and have an office in Seattle, Washington. Our team of talented and passionate individuals is spread out across the U.S.

Here to support you

At Rowan, we want to make sure you can do great work. We offer competitive benefits focused on helping you be and achieve your best.

• Hybrid working environment
• Team building and educational opportunities
• Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k)-company contribution
• Unlimited PTO
• RTD ECO pass or parking reimbursement
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and an incentive plan
• Relocating for this role? We offer relocation assistance on a case‑by‑case basis to help make your transition smooth

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rowan Digital is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all aspects of our workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.