Technical Director

Clear.; Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 207,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear. is seeking a Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (Data Centers) to provide technical leadership on HVAC, cooling, and mechanical systems for data center projects. You will guide design through construction, set standards, and represent the firm’s mechanical capability to clients.

The role requires a PE license, a mechanical engineering degree, and extensive data center experience. Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD Building Systems is essential; strong communication and leadership skills are

Qualifications

• PE license is required.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• Extensive experience designing data center/mechanical systems.
• Thorough knowledge of data center codes and standards.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD Building Systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead independently and influence teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized mechanical input to data center studies, designs, and reviews.
• Set design standards for mechanical systems to ensure quality and cost-effective delivery.
• Review HVAC, chilled water, and cooling designs across the project team.
• Support clients and teams on mechanical questions, value engineering, and constructability.
• Support BD by positioning the firm's data center capabilities and reviewing proposals.
• Mentor engineers and build mechanical capability across the discipline.

Skills

Mechanical design

Data center experience

HVAC systems

Project leadership

Technical input

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD Building Systems

Job description

Subject Matter Expert, Mechanical (Data Centers)

Type: Full-time

Salary: up to $230,000 per year plus bonus

The role

An engineering firm delivering advanced technology and high-density facilities is hiring a Mechanical Subject Matter Expert for data center projects. You will provide technical leadership on HVAC, cooling, and mechanical systems, support project teams from design through construction, and represent the firm's mechanical capability to clients.

What you will be doing

• Provide specialized mechanical technical input to data center studies, designs, and project reviews
• Set design standards and procedures for mechanical systems that support high quality, cost effective delivery
• Review and advise on HVAC, chilled water, and cooling system designs across the project team
• Support clients and project teams on mechanical technical questions, value engineering, and constructability
• Support business development by positioning the firm's data center mechanical capability and reviewing proposals
• Mentor engineers and build technical capability across the mechanical discipline

What we need from you

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
• Extensive experience designing and reviewing mechanical systems for data center or mission critical facilities
• Thorough knowledge of codes and industry standards for data center mechanical design
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD Building Systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work independently and lead through influence

Good to have

Experience with liquid cooling or high-density compute loads

Experience in quality control review processes

Compensation

Up to $230,000 per year DOE, plus bonus