Mechanical Engineer, NY

Ehvert Mission Critical - a Salas O'Brien Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Comprehensive training

Career growth potential

Stock ownership options

Job summary

Ehvert Mission Critical - a Salas O'Brien Company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in New York. You will design mechanical systems for data centers, leading engineering activities from initial calculations to onsite supervision. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, 5 to 10 years of experience, and proficiency in BIM tools. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance, career growth potential, and opportunities in a fast-paced, high-tech industry.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in the construction industry.
• Proficiency in BIM software and CAD tools is preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design activities on major projects.
• Design, model, and simulate mechanical systems.
• Prepare engineering calculations and detailed mechanical drawings.

Skills

BIM software (Autodesk Revit)

Mechanical manufacturing processes

Excellent communication skills

Project management abilities

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software

Job description

Ehvert Mission Critical, a business unit within Salas O’Brien

We have an immediate opening for a Mechanical Engineer in New York.

As a key member of our mission‑critical data center engineering team, you will design, model, and coordinate mechanical systems for hyperscale and AI‑driven data centers across the United States. Your work covers HVAC, piping, plumbing, cooling towers, chilled water systems, and other high‑performance infrastructure that supports some of the largest technology clients in the world.

You will manage all phases of mechanical engineering design and execution—from developing calculations and technical documentation to leading BIM coordination and supervising on‑site construction activities. The systems must meet the highest standards of efficiency, sustainability, safety, and compliance with codes and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design activities on major projects in the United States.
• Design, model, and simulate mechanical systems for hyperscale and AI data centers, including HVAC, piping, plumbing, cooling towers, chilled water systems, and boilers.
• Prepare engineering calculations and detailed mechanical drawings.
• Design highly energy‑efficient and sustainable systems.
• Create technical documentation for project execution, including design criteria and specifications.
• Ensure project requirements are met in terms of scope, cost, and schedule.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to coordinate BIM models and resolve conflicts.
• Review shop drawings for compliance with engineering codes and safety standards.
• Develop and maintain project scope documentation and revisions.
• Utilize BIM tools for virtual construction of mechanical systems and coordination with other disciplines.
• Manage and coordinate projects, including on‑site supervision.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress.
• Support construction administration.
• Utilize laser scanning technology to document installation states.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
• 5 to 10 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Experience with data center projects or other large‑scale industrial projects is a plus but not required.
• Proficiency in BIM software (Autodesk Revit), CAD tools, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with mechanical codes and safety standards.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong project management abilities, including the coordination and supervision of on‑site activities.
• Must hold a current Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state.
• Good project and client leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently to client sites.
• Ability to work from home.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Experience in a high‑tech industry within an international company.
• Unique, cutting‑edge data center projects.
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive management and a dynamic team environment.
• Career growth potential.
• Competitive salary.
• Competitive benefits package: Health insurance (Medical, HSA & FSA, Dental, Vision), Life insurance, Short‑term and long‑term disability, many other benefits, including PTO.
• Opportunity to participate in company’s retirement plan.
• Stock ownership / synthetic equity options.

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting‑edge data center projects in a fast‑growing industry.
• Opportunity to collaborate with industry‑leading professionals and firms.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and career growth opportunities.
• Dynamic environment fostering creativity through exposure to diverse technologies and experiences. This ranges from designing energy efficient facilities, site supervision for multi‑million‑dollar facilities, to the production of digital twins, drawings, three‑dimensional building modeling, computational fluid dynamics, and the development of custom controls software.

About Ehvert Mission Critical

Ehvert Mission Critical specializes in the design and construction management of data centers. It is a business unit within Salas O’Brien, a 4,000‑person engineering and professional services firm with more than 10,000 projects annually and 100 offices across North America. With a track record of complex electrical, mechanical, automation, and security systems for high‑demand facilities, we design massive data centers for global tech giants such as Microsoft, Uber, Oracle, and Amazon.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume detailing relevant experience. For more information, visit www.ehvert.com and Salas O'Brien.