Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Data Centers (Remote)

Actalent; Arlington (VA); Remote; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental & vision

Critical Illness

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO/Vacation/Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Sr Mechanical Design Engineer for data centers. You will lead mechanical designs for large, secure cloud facilities, oversee multidisciplinary teams, and manage budgets and schedules from concept through completion.

The role emphasizes QA/QC, field reviews, and coordination across mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems, with a focus on Tempest and ICD-705 standards. Remote-friendly, contract-based position based out of Arlington, VA.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in mechanical design for large data centers.
• Strong proficiency with mechanical engineering design tools, including Revit and AutoCAD.
• Deep knowledge of HVAC systems and mechanical engineering (ME) design for mission-critical facilities.
• Experience with MEP design, integrating mechanical systems with electrical and plumbing components.
• Demonstrated expertise in Tempest and ICD-705 requirements.
• Proven project management experience, including leading design efforts and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and RFIs for complex engineering projects.
• Minimum of 7+ years of relevant mechanical engineering and design experience.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to guide design staff and collaborate with project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design efforts for large data center projects, including secure and air-gapped cloud facilities.
• Develop and review mechanical engineering designs, drawings, and specifications for HVAC and ME systems.
• Own project management responsibilities, serving as the lead design engineer for assigned projects.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee QA/QC activities to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.
• Manage and mentor design staff, providing technical guidance and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Integrate and coordinate work across multiple disciplines, including mechanical, plumbing, and related MEP fields.
• Manage project budgets and schedules, proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Handle RFIs and other project documentation, ensuring timely and clear communication with stakeholders.
• Perform mechanical and plumbing design work for data center infrastructure, including specialized systems for secure environments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders working on cloud and data center programs to align mechanical design with operational needs.
• Ensure designs adhere to relevant standards and guidelines, including those related to Tempest and ICD-705.
• Participate in site visits as needed to review existing conditions, support installation, and verify that construction aligns with design intent.

Skills

Large data center design

Revit

AutoCAD

HVAC design

MEP design

Tempest/ICD-705

Project management

Budgets & schedules

RFIs management

Leadership

PE license

Communication

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Sr Mechanical Design Engineer for data centers. You will lead mechanical designs for large, secure cloud facilities, oversee multidisciplinary teams, and manage budgets and schedules from concept through completion.

The role emphasizes QA/QC, field reviews, and coordination across mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems, with a focus on Tempest and ICD-705 standards. Remote-friendly, contract-based position based out of Arlington, VA.