Pre-Sales Engineer (Mechanical Engineer - Data Center Services

CGP Data Center and Cloud Solutions; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & retirement benefits

Growth opportunities

Training & development

Job summary

CGP Data Center and Cloud Solutions in Dallas, TX seeks a Presales Mechanical Engineer to lead technical design, sales support, and project execution for mission-critical data center systems, including chillers, AHUs, and cooling towers. You will collaborate with internal teams and clients, qualify opportunities, review specifications, and develop configurations and integration plans to ensure reliability and customer satisfaction.

Fifteen years plus experience preferred; U.S.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in mission-critical mechanical infrastructure and design.
• Experience with data center mechanical systems and distribution.
• Familiar with ASHRAE Thermal Guidelines.
• Strong technical writing for proposals and specs.
• Proven project leadership from concept to execution.
• Ability to communicate with C-suite and field teams.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level guidance for designing mission-critical mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with sales and engineering to tailor client solutions.
• Lead early-stage qualification, specs, and logistics planning.
• Support estimating by reviewing specs and coordinating with procurement.
• Develop system configurations and integration plans for reliability.
• Act as liaison between clients and internal stakeholders.
• Identify cross-department opportunities to grow services.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project management

Client relationship

Technical writing

Sales support

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master Mechanical License preferred

Tools

Vertiv equipment

Stulz equipment

York equipment

Daikin equipment

Job description

Careers in End-to-End
Data Center Services

The People

Through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, we’ve assembled some of the most experienced leadership in the industry to guide our teams of highly-capable technicians, partners and subcontractors. With the right practical knowledge, training and clearances, our people have the skills and expertise to take on any job and work within any environment.

The Work

From new builds and whitespace fit-outs to professional and technical services, CPG offers a diverse range of career opportunities across our lines of business. Matching the pace of our customers and the industry at large, we’re one of the fastest-growing data center service providers in the country.

The Impact

For over 20 years, CPG has been at the vanguard of the data center industry’s transformation, empowering organizations to store and deliver an unprecedented volume of data and applications to increasingly dispersed end-users. Today, CPG’s expertise extends far beyond simple construction or any one line of service – driven by the employees that make us a true partner to Fortune 500 companies, enterprise cloud providers and colocation data centers.

The
Benefits

Competitive compensation with generous health and wellness options, retirement and paid time off

Growth opportunities across our lines of business

On-the-job training and professional development

Location: Dallas, TX

Job Id:1366

# of Openings:1

TITLE: Pre-Sales Engineer (Mechanical Engineer- Data Center Mechanical Systems)
LOCATION: Dallas, TX

POSITION SUMMARY: The Presale Mechanical Engineer - Data Center Mechanical Systems leads technical design, sales support, and project execution for mission-critical infrastructure projects. This role requires experience with chillers, cooling towers, fan walls, air handling units (AHUs), and mission-critical cooling solutions, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders. The position combines technical proficiency, project management expertise, and client-facing engagement to support seamless project execution and customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provide expert-level technical guidance for the design and implementation of mission-critical mechanical systems.
• Work closely with internal sales and engineering teams to develop tailored solutions for prospective and existing clients.
• Lead early-stage qualification, specification, and logistics planning for data center projects.
• Support estimating efforts by reviewing project specifications and coordinating with procurement teams.
• Develop comprehensive system configurations and integration plans to support optimal performance and reliability.
• Serve as a key liaison between clients and internal stakeholders, communicating complex technical concepts to audiences ranging from operations teams to executive leadership.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration to enhance service offerings and support business growth.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• 10+ years of experience in mission-critical mechanical infrastructure and mechanical design.
• Extensive expertise in mission-critical mechanical systems, specifications, and deployment.
• Strong understanding of data center facility operations and mechanical distribution.
• Familiar with ASHRAE Thermal Guidelines
• Advanced technical writing skills for documentation, proposals, and project specifications.
• Proven ability to lead projects from concept through execution, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Comfortable communicating at all organizational levels, from field operations to C-suite executives.
• Experience with Vertiv, Stulz, York, Daikin, and other leading mechanical providers preferred.
• Prior experience managing large enterprise accounts within the data center industry preferred.
• Familiarity with commissioning procedures for mission-critical facilities preferred.
• Strong project management and business development skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Computer Skills:

• Advanced technical writing skills for documentation, proposals, and project specifications.

Certificates and Licenses

• Master Mechanical License preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 10–50 pounds at a time.
• May be required to walk around facilities for site visits.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Pre Employment Requirements:

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Positions requiring driving must have an MVR that meets company and insurance carrier standards.

CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

CPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state and local laws.

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