Senior Data Center Mechanical Engineer (Hybrid/Remote)

SSOE Group; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Competitive salary and bonus program

Health, dental, vision insurance

401k with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

SSOE Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer – Data Centers to lead mechanical design for data center facilities and AI factory programs. You will collaborate with in-house engineering and architecture teams to ensure projects meet industry standards from scope development through commissioning and start‑up.

This role targets high‑performance environments across North America, requiring strong leadership, client engagement, and travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program.
• PE license with ability to register in additional states.
• At least 12 years of mechanical engineering experience; data center design required.
• Experience with HVAC, chilled water, air handling, containment, and building systems.
• Knowledge of local codes and international standards; experience with Revit.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; valid driver’s license and passport.

Responsibilities

• Act as mechanical discipline project lead in a multi-disciplinary design team with strong client engagement.
• Manage the team to meet contracted scope, schedule, and budget on data center projects.
• Create technical plans, specifications, drawings, and models for piping, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and related systems.
• Maintain effective communication with project team and client.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines and perform quality reviews.
• Travel as required and participate in proposal activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

PE License

Tools

Revit

Job description

SSOE Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer – Data Centers to lead mechanical design for data center facilities and AI factory programs. You will collaborate with in-house engineering and architecture teams to ensure projects meet industry standards from scope development through commissioning and start‑up.

This role targets high‑performance environments across North America, requiring strong leadership, client engagement, and travel.