Mechanical Engineering Design Manager - Data Center Colo
On-site · Dallas, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Lead mechanical and electrical engineering design for data center colocation projects, directing HVAC/MEP design for new facilities and expansions. Manage a design team, collaborate with trades and stakeholders, perform load calculations, equipment selection, energy modeling, and ensure operability and maintainability. Oversee design reviews, commissioning/startup/testing/turnover activities, develop design standards and guidelines, and drive project delivery within schedules and budgets. Strong emphasis on experience with hyperscale or colo data center facilities, Revit MEP/AutoCAD MEP, BIM, and cross-functional leadership.
Required Qualifications
- 5-10+ years experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or similar engineering degree
- Licensed PE / EIT a Plus
- Previously have worked at an Engineering Consulting firm a MUST
- Experience with hyperscale or colo data center design
- Must have experience managing an engineering design team
- Previous experience using: Revit MEP projects, AutoCAD MEP, BIM a plus
- Experience working on complex data center/mission critical facilities design projects a must
- Experience with Mechanical Systems (HVAC , CFD [Fluid Dynamics], Boilers , Chillers , Pumps , CRAC / CRAH Units , Air Handling Units , etc.) a MUST!
- Experience with Electrical Systems such as UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), Generators, Switchgears, and Batteries a plus
- Experience in operational handover of mission-critical facilities
- Experience developing design/commissioning/operational standards and guidelines
- Experience performing root-cause analysis on complex failure scenarios
- Experience developing operating procedures and emergency procedures
- Experience performing field observations during construction
- Self Starter, self motivated, and should prioritize well and have the ability to successfully work independently
- A PLUS - Military / Military Veterans related experience could be relevant
- Effective Communicator- emails, phone, meetings. Strong organizational, communication, and reporting skills
- Microsoft Project, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, etc. - ability to create complex reports, forecast modeling, etc.
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