Mechanical Engineer (HVAC systems and piping for CRAC) in Fort Lauderdale

Energy Jobline ZR; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with employer contribution

Fully paid health insurance

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

iM Data Centers in Ft. Lauderdale, FL seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer focused on data center design and build.

You will develop modular data center mechanical systems, focusing on cooling, airflow, piping, and integration with other disciplines to ensure reliable, scalable deployments. The role requires 5+ years in mission-critical or data center environments, proficiency with AutoCAD/Revit, and strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years mechanical engineering experience, preferably with data centers.
• Strong understanding of cooling systems and data center infrastructure.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit.
• Experience supporting construction, fabrication, or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs for modular data centers.
• Support mechanical system architecture, including cooling systems and piping.
• Prepare layouts, piping diagrams, equipment schedules and drawings.
• Help establish design standards for repeatable modular builds.
• Ensure designs comply with mechanical codes and energy standards.
• Coordinate with electrical, fire suppression, controls, structural, and architectural teams.
• Support factory build with BOMs, shop drawings, and commissioning.
• Review cooling capacity, airflow, and equipment clearances.
• Troubleshoot field and factory mechanical issues and drive corrective actions.
• Interface with customers, inspectors, vendors, manufacturers, and subcontractors when required.
• Assist in project documentation and communication for stakeholders.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Data center design

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer - Data Center Design & Build

Company: iM Datacenters - Modular Data Center Design & Manufacturing
Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Employment: Full-time
Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Role Summary

iM is hiring an experienced, hands-on mechanical engineer to support and develop mechanical designs for modular data centers from concept through factory build and deployment. This role will focus on cooling systems, airflow, piping, mechanical layouts, equipment coordination, and manufacturing/construction support. Data center, mission-critical, industrial, or high-performance mechanical design experience is strongly .

Core Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs for modular data centers
• Support mechanical system architecture, including cooling systems, chilled water systems, CRAC/CRAH units, heat rejection, pumps, piping, valves, ventilation, humidification/dehumidification, and airflow management
• Prepare mechanical layouts, piping diagrams, equipment schedules, details, specifications, and coordination drawings
• Assist in establishing design standards and best practices for repeatable modular builds
• Ensure designs align with applicable mechanical codes, energy codes, ASHRAE standards, NFPA requirements, local AHJ requirements, and project specifications
• Coordinate with electrical, fire suppression, controls, structural, and architectural teams
• Support factory build with BOMs, release packages, shop drawings, testing procedures, equipment installation, and commissioning support
• Review cooling capacity, redundancy, airflow paths, equipment clearances, service access, and maintainability
• Troubleshoot field and factory mechanical issues and help drive corrective actions
• Interface with customers, inspectors, vendors, manufacturers, and subcontractors when required

Required Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 5+ years mechanical engineering experience, preferably with data centers, mission-critical facilities, industrial facilities, modular buildings, or similar high-performance environments
• Strong understanding of mechanical cooling systems and mechanical infrastructure
• Strong understanding of mechanical codes and data center cooling design practices
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit
• Experience supporting construction, fabrication, or manufacturing is strongly
• Ability to solve problems, coordinate with multiple disciplines, and take ownership of assigned work

Practical knowledge of:

• Chilled water systems
• CRAC/CRAH units
• Pumps, piping, valves, strainers, and heat exchangers
• Airflow management and containment strategies
• Ventilation, exhaust, and make-up air systems
• Mechanical equipment layout and service clearances

Good to Have - Not Required

• Modular or prefabricated data center experience
• Exposure to electrical systems, controls, fire suppression, or BMS/EMS systems
• PE license or EIT certification
• Experience with liquid cooling, rear-door heat exchangers, direct-to-chip cooling, or high-density HPC environments

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Fully paid health insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays

iM Data Centers is reshaping the future of data centers with its innovative approach and focus on High Performance Computing environments: www.imdatacenters.com