Senior Mechanical Engineer – Data Center Systems (Remote)

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership program

Professional development

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead design and coordination of mechanical systems for mission-critical data centers across North America, with a remote role based in Canada.

You will develop HVAC designs, perform calculations, and ensure reliability, energy efficiency, and code compliance. The position requires a Canadian Professional Engineer designation, a strong track record in high-tech facilities, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of HVAC design experience, preferably in mission-critical facilities.
• P.Eng. designation in Canada required; registration in applicable province/territory.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed mechanical and HVAC designs, calculations, and construction documents for mission-critical facilities.
• Perform system design and equipment selection for chilled water, air handling, and cooling systems.
• Coordinate with electrical, structural, and controls disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Review and approve shop drawings, submittals, and contractor RFI responses.
• Support field reviews and commissioning activities to ensure design intent and performance requirements are met.
• Apply ASHRAE, NFPA, SMACNA, IMC, and local building codes.

Skills

10+ years HVAC design

Data center experience

Teamwork and communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

HAP/ TRACE 700

CFD/ Energy modeling

Job description

Salas O’Brien, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead design and coordination of mechanical systems for mission-critical data centers across North America, with a remote role based in Canada.

You will develop HVAC designs, perform calculations, and ensure reliability, energy efficiency, and code compliance. The position requires a Canadian Professional Engineer designation, a strong track record in high-tech facilities, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.