Mechanical Engineer (Data Centers)

LeoForce; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

401K Match

Competitive Bonus

Benefits Package

Accelerated Career Growth

Hybrid/Remote Work

Job summary

LeoForce in New York, NY seeks a Sr Mechanical Design Engineer with 6–10+ years of experience in Mission Critical Data Center or Healthcare projects. Hybrid NYC role requiring strong design, coordination, and construction document production.

The ideal candidate has a degree from an ABET-accredited program, professional licensure desired (EIT/PE), and proven ability to manage multiple complex projects while interfacing with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 7–10+ years of Mechanical (HVAC) engineering and design experience; Plumbing and Fire Protection experience is a plus.
• EIT or PE License Desired.
• Mission-critical project experience in Data Centers or Healthcare required.
• Strong cross-discipline coordination within an A/E environment.
• Proven experience presenting design options to clients, architects, and teams.
• Capable of managing multiple design and construction projects simultaneously within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical project design and development from concept through construction; serve as a senior technical engineer on assigned projects.
• Oversee, manage, and mentor mechanical engineering team members.
• Conduct engineering studies to assess existing systems and recommend solutions addressing performance improvements, energy goals, equipment replacement, end-of-life planning, spatial constraints, and project timelines.
• Perform engineering calculations, including load calculations, psychrometric analysis, pressure-loss calculations, duct sizing, energy analysis, and specification writing.
• Prepare comprehensive construction documents (drawings and specifications), addenda, bulletins, and transmittals.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and constructability enhancements for internal and third-party–designed projects.
• Attend design/construction meetings; coordinate with architects, clients, PMs, and other trades.
• Review RFIs, submittals, contractor inquiries, and design-change requests; issue formal responses.
• Conduct field surveys, site assessments, construction observations, punch lists, and data collection.
• Ensure compliance with NYC/International/State/Local Codes, NFPA standards, and energy regulations.
• Complete energy compliance documentation, LEED calculations, and related certifications.

Skills

Team leadership

Client coordination

Time management

Budgeting

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

EIT/PE License desired

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD MEP 3D

Navisworks

Bluebeam Revu

Procore

Prolog

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

New York, NY, US

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $110,000 - $155,000 per year

Sr Mechanical Design Engineer EIT/PE (Mission Critical Projects) - NYC (Hybrid)

We are seeking a Sr Mechanical Design Engineer with 6–10+ years of experience in the design Mission Critical Data Center or Healthcare projects including full-cycle project work, existing conditions assessments, design development, production of construction documents, and construction administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university (Required).
• 7–10+ years of Mechanical (HVAC) engineering and design experience; Plumbing and Fire Protection experience is a plus.
• EIT or PE License Desired
• Mission-critical project experience in Data Centers or Healthcare required.
• Strong understanding of cross-discipline project coordination within an A/E environment.
• Proven experience working on technically complex project types.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and interface effectively with clients, architects, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Skilled in presenting design options to internal teams, architects, and clients for review and evaluation.
• Capable of managing multiple design and construction projects simultaneously within a collaborative team environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong time-management and budgeting skills for meeting project schedules and deliverables.
• Field experience with a solid understanding of construction methods, principles, and best practices.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD MEP 3D, Navisworks, Bluebeam Revu, Procore, Prolog, and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Duties

• Lead mechanical project design and development from concept through construction; serve as a senior technical engineer on assigned projects.
• Oversee, manage, and mentor mechanical engineering team members.
• Conduct engineering studies to assess existing systems and recommend solutions addressing performance improvements, energy goals, equipment replacement, end-of-life planning, spatial constraints, and project timelines.
• Perform engineering calculations, including load calculations, equipment selection, psychrometric analysis, pressure-loss calculations, duct sizing, fixture loading, energy analysis, and specification writing.
• Prepare comprehensive construction documents (drawings and specifications), addenda, bulletins, and transmittals.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and constructability enhancements for internal and third-party–designed projects.
• Attend and participate in design and construction meetings; coordinate with architects, clients, project managers, and other trades throughout all project phases.
• Review and respond to RFIs, submittals, contractor inquiries, and design-change requests; issue formal responses and approvals as needed.
• Conduct field surveys, site assessments, construction observations, punch lists, and data collection at project sites.
• Ensure compliance with International, National, State, and Local Codes, including NYC Mechanical, Building, Energy Conservation, Fire Protection Codes, NFPA standards, and all applicable rules and regulations.
• Complete all code-required energy compliance documentation, LEED calculations, and associated certifications.

A bit about us:

Top Ranked Engineering Consulting Firm. Specializing in Design/Build Mission Critical Projects, Hyperscale Data Centers, and Healthcare Facilities.

Why join us:

• Competitive Base Salary
• 401K Match
• Competitive Bonus
• Benefits Package
• Accelerated Career Growth
• Hybrid/Remote Work