Mechanical Engineer-Data Center

SLB; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SLB in Houston, Texas is seeking a Mechanical Engineer specializing in Data Center Infrastructure. This role involves overseeing mechanical and piping design to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3-10 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities include preparing technical requisitions, conducting design reviews, and providing technical support during construction. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 3 to 10 years’ experience in mechanical design and engineering.
• Ability to produce drawings/sketches.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical and piping work for large-scale data centers.
• Check and approve drawings to meet industry standards.
• Provide technical support during the construction phase.

Skills

Mechanical design and engineering

Piping system design

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineering License

Tools

Microsoft Office 365 Suite

CAESAR II

AutoCAD

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – Data Center Infrastructure

We are seeking a motivated mechanical engineer to support the Engineering Lead and Product Engineering Manager. The engineer will oversee mechanical and piping work for large‑scale data centers, ensuring drawings and designs meet industrial standards and customer requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Checking and approving drawings, information and documentation which meets industrial standards and code to enable the manufacturing group and other departments to produce Data Center Infrastructure Modules.
• Review and monitor Engineering work, as required, to assure accuracy and conformance with Client and/or Company Specifications, governing codes, good engineering practices, good safety practices, project procedures, and job requirements.
• Attend and initiate Design and Development Planning and Review sessions to meet customers’ and industry’s needs.
• Prepare TRs (Technical Requisitions) for mechanical systems and various components.
• Review vendor quotations and provide feedback to procurement team.
• Prepare and complete various mechanical engineering deliverable drawings, documents, and calculations such as valve list, equipment lists, piping line list, piping stress and flexibility.
• Study line sizing pipe, mechanical equipment data sheets, etc.
• Prepare bulk MTOs (Material Take Offs) and detailed BOMs (Bill of Materials).
• Think creatively and propose innovative solutions to reduce cost while managing impact to quality, cost or schedule.
• Keep informed of new developments and requirements affecting the organization for the purpose of recommending changes in programs and applications.
• Interpret, organize, and execute assignments in a self‑driven and self‑sufficient manner.
• Make independent decisions on technical problems and methods and represent the organization in meetings to resolve important questions.
• Apply advanced or state‑of‑the‑art knowledge and experience to resolve crucial issues and/or unique conditions.
• Receive administrative supervision with broad general objectives and limits.
• Stay up to date with advancements in electrical engineering and data center technologies and recommend new technologies to improve reliability and efficiency of our data center product line.
• Select and specify proper painting and coating systems for various items within data centers.
• Select and design piping insulation where and as needed.
• Determine brackets, fastening, bolting and/or mounting of components and major equipment.
• Advise and assist project and discipline engineers with interpretation and clarification of applicable industry codes and client specification requirements.
• Supervise outsourcing of piping engineering work if necessary.
• Create or check a Design Basis document specific to the project, based on applicable codes, client specifications, company scope of supply and approved exception list.
• Perform or check pipe stress analysis with all applicable design loads and design combinations in accordance with the Design Basis.
• Provide piping load information to structural engineers.
• Review as‑built drawings and re‑run or check calculations, as required, to ensure conformity.
• Represent the company with customers during review meetings and act as the primary point of contact for clients, responding to their inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Provide technical support during the construction phase, responding to RFIs and addressing any issues that arise.
• Attend job site visits, project meetings and commissioning activities as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university. Other degrees (Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, etc.) may be considered but will require additional data center expertise.
• Professional Engineering License (Strongly Preferred).
• 3 to 10 years’ experience in mechanical design and engineering, with a focus on data center infrastructure.
• Ability to produce drawings/sketches to illustrate design/ideas.
• General knowledge and direct experience with the construction, operation and maintenance of data centers or mechanical systems and components.
• Strong knowledge in piping and fire suppression system design and construction.
• Knowledge of industry standards, codes and regulations, including but not limited to:
  • AISI – American Iron and Steel Institute
  • ANSI – American National Standards Institute
  • ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineers (specifically B&PV Section VIII, IX, B31.3)
  • ASTM – American Society of Testing and Materials
  • AWS – American Welding Society
  • IBC – International Building Code
  • MFMA – Metal Framing Manufacturers Association
  • MSS – Manufacturers Standardization Society (Valves and Fittings Industry)
  • OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health Administration
  • NACE – National Association of Corrosion Engineers
  • NFPA – National Fire Protection Association
  • PFI – Pipe Fabrication Institute
• Experience working with computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) software.
• Fast‑track design/build projects and multiple significant upgrade projects.
• Detailed understanding and experience in piping systems, design, layout, routing, components and piping specialty items.
• Detailed understanding of chillers, cooling towers, direct and indirect evaporative cooling, mechanical control systems, fan systems, acoustics, pumps, vessels, valves, coolers and other critical mechanical equipment and systems found within data centers.
• Basic understanding of electrical equipment and system design within data center driving or affecting mechanical scope.
• Direct experience negotiating with regulatory agencies regarding departures from code and ultimately achieving design approval and permitting.
• Mastery knowledge and proficiency in:
  • Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
  • PDF Editor (Adobe or equivalent)
  • CAESAR II
  • NozzlePro
  • FEPipe
• Operational knowledge in:
  • SAP (ERP Tool w/ Engineering Modules and Transactions)
  • Solid Works
  • Autodesk Revit
  • Autodesk BIM 360
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Navisworks Manager / Freedom
  • 3E Plus
  • Pipe Data Pro
  • COMPRESS
• Fluency, both written and verbal, in English.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Performs well under pressure in high‑stress environments.
• Extremely comfortable with task switching as priorities change.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Ability to think creatively and identify opportunities to enhance the client experience.
• Extreme work ethic and maintains a high level of quality of work and due diligence.
• Express complex ideas effectively in both individual and group situations.
• Organize and express ideas clearly in written documents.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with a cross‑functional team.
• Candidates must be able to legally work and reside in the U.S., without sponsorship.