Data Center MEP Lead: Design, Commissioning & Ops

US Data Centers; Alabama; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

US Data Centers in Alabama is seeking a Data Center MEP Engineer/Manager to lead the design, commissioning, and operational oversight of critical mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a high-performance data center facility.

You will drive MEP design reviews, manage installation and commissioning, coordinate with contractors, and develop preventive maintenance programs for UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers, and fire suppression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in MEP engineering, with at least 3 years in data center environments.
• Proven track record managing MEP projects from design through commissioning.
• Deep understanding of redundant power and cooling architectures (N+1, 2N, 2N+1).
• Proficiency with BMS/BAS, SCADA and CMMS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead MEP engineering design reviews, ensuring compliance with Tier III/IV standards and local codes.
• Oversee installation, commissioning and integration of critical electrical and mechanical systems.
• Manage and coordinate with contractors, vendors and cross-functional teams during build-out and operations phases.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance programs for all MEP systems including UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers and fire suppression.
• Drive energy efficiency improvements and capacity planning across the facility.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental and regulatory standards.
• Provide technical leadership for incident response and root-cause analysis.

Skills

MEP leadership

Project management

BMS/SCADA/CMMS

Energy efficiency

Commissioning

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering

Tools

BMS/SCADA/CMMS platforms

Job description

US Data Centers in Alabama is seeking a Data Center MEP Engineer/Manager to lead the design, commissioning, and operational oversight of critical mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a high-performance data center facility.

You will drive MEP design reviews, manage installation and commissioning, coordinate with contractors, and develop preventive maintenance programs for UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers, and fire suppression.