Mechanical Engineer (DC focused- Procurement & Delivery)

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer (DC focused- Procurement & Delivery)

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Data Center Mechanical Engineer to oversee the design,

procurement, and delivery of critical mechanical infrastructure. This role combines

deep technical expertise in HVAC, cooling, and mechanical systems with strong

procurement, vendor management, and project delivery skills to ensure efficient,

reliable, and cost-effective data center operations.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Oversight

• Design, review, and optimize mechanical systems for data centers, including

cooling, HVAC, chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, pumps, and piping.

• Perform load calculations, equipment sizing, and energy efficiency

assessments.

• Ensure compliance with ASHRAE, local building codes, and data center best

practices.

• Collaborate with electrical engineers, architects, and operations teams to

ensure holistic system integration.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Develop specifications and technical requirements for mechanical equipment

procurement.

• Evaluate vendor proposals, conduct technical bid analysis, and support vendor

selection.

• Manage procurement schedules to align with project timelines and budgets.
• Negotiate with suppliers for cost, lead time, and warranty optimization.
• Track and manage purchase orders, delivery schedules, and logistics.

Project Delivery

• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely

delivery and installation of mechanical systems.

• Oversee factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) for

mechanical equipment.

• Monitor project progress, resolve technical issues, and ensure adherence to

quality and safety standards.

• Support commissioning activities and handover to operations.

Operations & Continuous Improvement

• Provide engineering support for ongoing data center operations and capacity

planning.

• Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements, cost savings, and

sustainability initiatives (e.g., free cooling, water-side economizers).

• Maintain documentation, drawings, and equipment specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Master’s

preferred).

• 5+ years of experience in data center mechanical systems

engineering (design, construction, or operations).

• Proven experience in procurement, vendor management, and project

delivery.

• Strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled water systems, DX systems, cooling

towers, and CRAC/CRAH units.

• Familiarity with ASHRAE 90.1, ASHRAE TC9.9, and local regulatory codes.
• Experience with project management tools and procurement systems (SAP,

Oracle, etc.).

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Chartered Engineer status.
• Data center certifications (e.g., Uptime Institute Accredited Tier

Designer, CDCP, DCPro).

• Knowledge of sustainability practices (LEED, ISO 50001, water/energy

efficiency).

• Experience with hyperscale data centers or large-scale colocation facilities.
• Exposure to liquid cooling technologies (direct-to-chip, immersion cooling,

rear-door heat exchangers).

• Understanding of high-density AI/ML data center requirements, including

unique thermal loads and accelerated hardware cooling challenges.

Work Location: In person