Senior Mechanical Engineer

strategicmissioncritical; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Mission Critical is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the El Paso area to provide on-site oversight of large-scale data center construction projects. You will coordinate with trade partners, review RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings, and work with the in-office design team to update drawings and assist with construction administration remotely.

The ideal candidate has extensive HVAC design experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work autonomously in

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in mechanical engineering or architectural engineering; 2-year degrees with work experience may be considered

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site execution of design work coordinating with contractors, clients, and design partners
• Review RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings to ensure compliance with contract documents
• Perform and review hydronic and airside calculations for multiple mechanical systems
• Select and specify HVAC equipment
• Develop and understand detailed sequences of operations (SOO) for mechanical systems
• Coordinate with internal and external disciplines for RFI resolution
• Mentor and train junior engineers and designers
• Maintain organization and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Meet project deadlines and provide clear written and spoken communications

Skills

HVAC design

Construction oversight

Commissioning

Project coordination

Mentoring

SOO creation

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

B.S. in Architectural Engineering (mechanical focus)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Engineering data centers with precision and expertise.

At Strategic Mission Critical, we are more than just engineers; we are experts focusing solely on mission critical facilities. Our seasoned leadership team brings together decades of experience, equipping data center providers worldwide with robust, reliable solutions that keep pace with the evolving digital landscape.

As demand for high-performance infrastructure accelerates - fueled by AI and the expanding digital landscape - SMC continues to lead through technical rigor and operational excellence. We're seeking leaders who think beyond projects to improve the way we deliver them: individuals who elevate people, process, and performance across the firm.

SMC is actively looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the El Paso area to provide on-site oversight of large-scale data center construction projects including coordination with trade partners, RFI resolution, submittal and shop drawing review, and coordination with in-office design team members who will be making required drawing updates and assisting with construction administration remotely.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, comfortable working autonomously in high pressure construction environments and has excellent communication skills including conflict resolution and collaborative problem solving.

This engagement is for an initial 6-month on-site term which is anticipated to be extended to as much as 2 years. Opportunities for transfer within SMC to other jobsite and/or office locations as well as different roles are available after the term of the initial engagement for candidates who qualify.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This candidate will oversee the successful execution of SMC's design work in an on-site environment, working and coordinating closely with contractors, clients, and design partners from all disciplines. This candidate shall have the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and with clients while being able to meet scheduled project deadlines including high priority RFI and submittal reviews.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Be present at the client job site daily except when taking PTO or holidays in accordance with SMC policies.
• Conduct daily job walks of in-progress construction, identify deviations from the contract documents at the earliest possible stage to permit speedy remediation, and be available to review conflicts and questions from contractors on a daily basis.
• Complete partial and building punch walks in accordance with the contractor's construction schedule.
• Be intimately familiar with the commissioning process including typical 5-level commissioning, review of scripts and resulting reports, and NETA testing practices.
• Participate in level 4 and 5 commissioning as a representative of SMC and our client.
• Coordinate with all internal and external disciplines as required for RFI resolution, submittal, and shop drawing review.
• Spot check contractor redline drawings, and equipment settings for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform and review airside and hydronic calculations for multiple mechanical systems.
• Produce and understand hydronic & airflow flow diagrams.
• Select and specify HVAC equipment.
• Understand and be capable of creating detailed sequences of operations (SOO) for the mechanical systems they design.
• Understand and be capable of specifying mechanical controls systems.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of electrical systems in the context of coordinating mechanical design requirements.
• Have experience with the use of Microsoft tools such as Word, Power Point, Excel, and Teams.
• Meet project deadlines, including working necessary hours to complete major deliverables.
• Have the ability to clearly communicate with others in both written and spoken forms.
• Help direct work in the office to support the highest priority needs on site.
• Mentor and train other engineers, designers and modelers to develop mechanical field knowledge base including lessons learned.
• Maintain excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-year degree in mechanical engineering or architectural engineering with a mechanical focus. 2-year degrees and MET degrees with work experience will be considered. Significant experience as a mechanical superintendent, owner's representative, or commissioning agent may be considered in lieu of education.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in HVAC design, construction, and/or commissioning.
• Experience in mechanical design for larger industrial and commercial buildings is preferred, with experience in mission critical design a strong plus.
• Experience developing detailed mechanical calculations and use of calculation software is required.
• Experience working across the entire construction process, from schematic design through construction administration, including review of submittals and shop drawings, and field work such as existing condition sur