Mechanical Engineer - Data Centers

Onesubsea; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Onesubsea in Houston, Texas is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design of modular data center infrastructure. You will develop and review mechanical designs, check engineering drawings, and ensure compliance with project requirements.

The ideal candidate has 3–10 years of experience in mechanical design and must be familiar with CAD/BIM tools like AutoCAD or Revit. You will collaborate with teams and must be able to work within the US without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years of mechanical design experience required.
• Experience with industry codes and standards needed.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review mechanical and piping designs for data center modules.
• Check and approve engineering drawings and documentation.
• Provide technical support during installation and troubleshooting.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Piping systems knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

CAD/BIM proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Join SLB New Energy & Industrial and help power a more balanced energy future.

Within NEI, our Data Center Infrastructure Solutions team is transforming how data centers are built—delivering modular, scalable solutions that accelerate deployment, reduce risk, and support the rapid growth of AI and cloud technologies.

SLB New Energy & Industrial is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and delivery of modular data center infrastructure. This role focuses on mechanical and piping systems, supporting projects from design through manufacturing and commissioning.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and review mechanical and piping designs for data center modules
• Check and approve engineering drawings, layouts, and documentation
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure designs meet project and code requirements
• Review vendor drawings and technical submittals (vendor experience is a strong plus)
• Support preparation of technical requisitions and equipment specifications
• Assist with material take-offs (MTOs) and bills of materials (BOMs)
• Partner with manufacturing teams to support build and resolve design issues
• Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of products

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (or related field)
• 3–10 years of mechanical design experience
• Experience with piping systems and mechanical equipment design
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards (ASME, ANSI, NFPA, etc.)
• Experience reviewing or working with vendor drawings/submittals preferred
• Proficiency with CAD/BIM tools (AutoCAD, Revit, or similar)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams
• Candidates must be able to legally work and reside in the US without sponsorship.

Nice to Have

• Data center, industrial, or modular construction experience
• Exposure to cooling systems, pumps, valves, or fire protection systems
• EIT or PE certification (not required)

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & VETERANS

Company policy is to provide every individual a fair and equal opportunity to seek employment and advancement at the Company without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, veteran or military status, disability, creed, ancestry, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status or any factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an "Equal Opportunity Employer". The Company is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.