Data Center Mechanical Engineer, Assistant Consultant

WSP; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision coverage

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Parental leave

Bereavement & civic leave

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an Early Career Mechanical Engineer to join our Herndon, VA office. You will assist with data collection, site condition assessments, and basic engineering tasks to support design and construction of data center projects.

The role emphasizes learning, teamwork, safety, and local travel as needed. A Bachelor's in mechanical engineering and 0–1 year of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 year of relevant post-education experience.
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• Familiarity with process and concepts for design/build.
• Familiarity with relevant mechanical system and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with engineers and non-engineers.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, prioritization.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, and as part of a team.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Familiarity with design software (AutoCAD, CAM).
• Uphold workplace safety and comply with health/safety policies.
• Flexibility to work schedules beyond typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from site surveys and drawings for project development, design and construction.
• Perform basic professional mechanical engineering work including researching site conditions and conformance with rules and permits.
• Provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies.
• Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on engineering and construction issues.
• Generate documentation and specifications using electronic systems and field logs.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and site procedures including data collection and surveys.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Adhere to WSP Code of Conduct and policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical mindset

Design/build familiarity

Mechanical codes & compliance

Interpersonal communication

Self-leadership

Independent work

Technical writing

Office software

AutoCAD

CAM

Safety compliance

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CAM

Job description

This Opportunity

Accelerate possibilities. The WSP Data Center CoE (Center of Excellence) is growing, and we’re looking for smart, responsive, collaborative people to join us. Our CoE is 100% focused on data centers—supporting the world’s leading AI and cloud infrastructure companies. You’ll work to help tackle our clients’ biggest challenges: Where to build? How to secure power and water? How to develop responsibly and become a valued part of the community? AI is transforming life from scientific discoveries to smarter transportation and more sustainable communities. Data centers make it possible.
With us, you can build impact, deliver remarkable projects, and grow your career while shaping the future of the data center industry.

We are currently searching for an Early Career Mechanical Engineer to join our Herndon, VA office

Your Impact

• Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
• Assist with performing basic professional mechanical engineering work relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, usage, and mechanical systems to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications.
• Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing basic technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebook/logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience.
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• Familiarity with process and concepts for design/build.
• Familiarity with relevant mechanical system and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, CAM).
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $80,000 - $90,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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