Mechanical Lead

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative cross-functional teams

Exposure to cutting-edge cooling tech

Professional development opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Our client is seeking a Mechanical Lead to join a leader in the Information Technology space. This role will lead mechanical construction execution for complex data center builds, with a focus on field coordination, installation quality, and readiness for commissioning.

Location: Remote. You will partner closely with engineering, construction, and commissioning stakeholders to keep work aligned with scope, schedule, and technical requirements in a fast-paced environment where mechanical systems

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of mechanical construction or field engineering experience in data centers or critical facilities.
• Proven leadership skills managing mechanical contractors and crews without direct authority.
• Strong understanding of cooling, ventilation, hydronic systems, and piping cleanliness standards.
• Ability to assess drawings and specifications for constructability and readiness.
• Experience with inspection, pressure testing, and system balancing processes.
• Skilled in interpreting test results and coordinating corrective actions with specialists.
• Effective communication skills for managing dependencies and escalating risks.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical contractors and ensure compliance with scope, schedule, and quality standards
• Oversee the installation of cooling plants, pumps, and piping systems
• Coordinate equipment placement and pipe routing with other engineering teams
• Review contractor work plans and resolve field issues with engineering teams
• Ensure completion of pressure testing and inspection records for commissioning readiness
• Assist commissioning specialists with system tests and documentation
• Set contractor priorities and coordinate recovery actions with construction leadership
• Maintain progress and risk reporting between construction partners and internal teams

Skills

Mechanical leadership

Field engineering

Data centers

Cooling systems

Piping cleanliness

Reading drawings

Communication

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Mechanical Lead to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.

This role will lead mechanical construction execution for complex data center builds, with a focus on field coordination, installation quality, and readiness for commissioning. You will partner closely with engineering, construction, and commissioning stakeholders to keep work aligned with scope, schedule, and technical requirements. The position is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments where mechanical systems, dependencies, and risk management directly impact project success.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $110,000 – $130,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical contractors and ensure compliance with scope, schedule, and quality standards
• Oversee the installation of cooling plants, pumps, and piping systems
• Coordinate equipment placement and pipe routing with other engineering teams
• Review contractor work plans and resolve field issues with engineering teams
• Ensure completion of pressure testing and inspection records for commissioning readiness
• Assist commissioning specialists with system tests and documentation
• Set contractor priorities and coordinate recovery actions with construction leadership
• Maintain progress and risk reporting between construction partners and internal teams

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of mechanical construction or field engineering experience in data centers or critical facilities
• Proven leadership skills managing mechanical contractors and crews without direct authority
• Strong understanding of cooling, ventilation, hydronic systems, and piping cleanliness standards
• Ability to assess drawings and specifications for constructability and readiness
• Experience with inspection, pressure testing, and system balancing processes
• Skilled in interpreting test results and coordinating corrective actions with specialists
• Effective communication skills for managing dependencies and escalating risks

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead high-impact projects in data center construction
• Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
• Exposure to cutting-edge cooling technologies and systems
• Professional development opportunities in a rapidly evolving field

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.