Pre-Sales Engineer (Mechanical Engineer - Data Center Services

CPG; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 131,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

CPG seeks a highly experienced Pre-Sales Engineer (Mechanical) to lead the design and support for data center mechanical systems, including AHUs, chillers, cooling towers, and distribution schemes. You will partner with sales and engineering to tailor solutions and drive project success.

The role emphasizes client-facing engagement, rigorous technical writing, and proven project leadership across large infrastructure deployments for mission-critical facilities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Technical writing

Data center systems

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master Mechanical License preferred

Job description

Position: Pre-Sales Engineer (Mechanical Engineer - Data Center Services)

Title: Pre-Sales Engineer (Mechanical Engineer- Data Center Mechanical Systems)

Location: Ashburn, VA

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

• No direct supervisory responsibilities specified.

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.

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.

Pay Range: $130,798 - $196,253 per year