Senior Mechanical Lead for Hyperscale Data Centers

AECOM; Arizona; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical design for hyperscale data center projects. The role focuses on designing and overseeing HVAC, piping, and fire suppression systems, and coordinating with electrical and other teams across multiple offices, with remote work flexibility.

The ideal candidate has a PE license, a mechanical engineering degree, and 10+ years of data center infrastructure experience, with strong leadership and client-facing skills to manage budgets

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; 10 years of relevant experience in mechanical design/engineering with data center infrastructure focus.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary lead mechanical engineer for hyperscale data center projects.
• Design and oversee HVAC, piping, and fire suppression systems.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and manage the mechanical team to meet scope, budget, and schedule.
• Develop detailed specifications for mechanical equipment (pumps, fans, AHUs).
• Provide technical support during construction; respond to RFIs and site issues.
• Attend job site visits and project meetings; ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve performance and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical teams for integrated system design.

Skills

HVAC systems

Piping systems

Fire suppression

Leadership

Communication

BIM/CAD software

Data center design

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical design for hyperscale data center projects. The role focuses on designing and overseeing HVAC, piping, and fire suppression systems, and coordinating with electrical and other teams across multiple offices, with remote work flexibility.

The ideal candidate has a PE license, a mechanical engineering degree, and 10+ years of data center infrastructure experience, with strong leadership and client-facing skills to manage budgets