Mechanical Engineer, Data Centers
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Mechanical Engineer designing resilient HVAC and cooling systems for AECOM’s data center infrastructure projects. Performing CFD analysis, capacity planning, and multidisciplinary coordination for global clients.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and design heat rejection and HVAC systems for data centers
- Select air- and water-side cooling systems, including fan wall units, CRAHs, chilled water systems, DX systems, CRAC units, in-row cooling, and containment solutions
- Conduct internal and external CFD simulations to optimize airflow, identify hotspots, assess transient periods, and evaluate campus-wide system interactions
- Prepare or direct CFD models, analyze results, recommend design modifications, and coordinate changes with other trades
- Design redundant and fault-tolerant HVAC systems, including backup cooling, automatic switchover, and monitoring systems
- Perform heat-load calculations and capacity planning for current and future data center expansions
- Perform HVAC loads for administrative and common facility areas
- Implement energy-efficient HVAC strategies, including economizers, variable-speed drives, energy recovery, and airflow optimization
- Design filtration and air-quality monitoring systems to protect IT equipment
- Coordinate HVAC and heat-rejection systems with electrical infrastructure, UPS, emergency power, fire suppression, and other critical systems
- Work hands-on with clients and collaborate with global AECOM teams on fast-paced data center projects
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Experience in data center mechanical and electrical equipment installation and operation
- P.E. registration is required
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, HVAC engineering, or a related field from an accredited university is typically required
- Knowledge of data center Tier Standard Topology per Uptime Institute, TIA 942, and ANSI/BICSI 002
- Familiarity with data center, mission critical, and technology-sector requirements
- Knowledge of HVAC systems and energy management
- Professional HVAC certifications such as CEM, BEMP, or LEED accreditation are advantageous
- Ability to work in the United States; sponsorship for US employment authorization is unavailable
- Ability to attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office
- Occasional travel availability for client meetings, project milestones, onsite collaboration, and business-critical activities
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
- Paid time off
- Leaves of absence
- Voluntary benefits and perks
- Flexible work options
- Well-being resources
- Employee assistance program
- Business travel insurance
- Service recognition awards
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Training and development programs
- Career growth and mobility opportunities
- Global and local project opportunities
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