Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mission Critical Data Centers

Jobot; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Competitive Bonus

Benefits Package

Hybrid/Remote Work

Accelerated Career Growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Sr Mechanical Design Engineer EIT/PE for Mission Critical Projects in NYC. Hybrid work arrangement with strong salary and comprehensive benefits." The role focuses on leading mechanical design for data centers and healthcare facilities, coordinating with architects and clients to deliver technically complex, code-compliant solutions.

Ideal candidates hold ABET-accredited degrees with 7–10+ years of HVAC design experience, and possibly EIT/PE licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university (Required).
• 7–10+ years of Mechanical (HVAC) engineering and design experience; Plumbing and Fire Protection experience is a plus.
• EIT or PE License Desired
• Mission-critical project experience in Data Centers or Healthcare required.
• Strong understanding of cross-discipline project coordination within an A/E environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical project design and development from concept through construction; serve as a senior technical engineer on assigned projects.
• Oversee, manage, and mentor mechanical engineering team members.
• Conduct engineering studies to assess existing systems and recommend solutions addressing performance improvements, energy goals, equipment replacement, end-of-life planning, spatial constraints, and project timelines.
• Perform engineering calculations, including load calculations, equipment selection, psychrometric analysis, pressure-loss calculations, duct sizing, fixture loading, energy analysis, and specification writing.
• Prepare comprehensive construction documents (drawings and specifications), addenda, bulletins, and transmittals.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and constructability enhancements for internal and third-party–designed projects.
• Attend and participate in design and construction meetings; coordinate with architects, clients, project managers, and other trades throughout all project phases.
• Review and respond to RFIs, submittals, contractor inquiries, and design-change requests; issue formal responses and approvals as needed.
• Conduct field surveys, site assessments, construction observations, punch lists, and data collection at project sites.
• Ensure compliance with International, National, State, and Local Codes, including NYC Mechanical, Building, Energy Conservation, Fire Protection Codes, NFPA standards, and all applicable rules and regulations.
• Complete all code-required energy compliance documentation, LEED calculations, and associated certifications.

Skills

HVAC design

Cross-discipline coordination

Client interfacing with architects

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD MEP 3D

Navisworks

Bluebeam Revu

Procore

Prolog

MS Office

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Sr Mechanical Design Engineer EIT/PE for Mission Critical Projects in NYC. Hybrid work arrangement with strong salary and comprehensive benefits." The role focuses on leading mechanical design for data centers and healthcare facilities, coordinating with architects and clients to deliver technically complex, code-compliant solutions.

Ideal candidates hold ABET-accredited degrees with 7–10+ years of HVAC design experience, and possibly EIT/PE licensure.