Mechanical Engineer, Data Center Operations Engineering Responsibilities Lead technically complex mechanical engineering projects for the facilities infrastructure operations team, working cross-functionally with design teams, construction, field operations, vendors, and R&D • Serve as the engineering point of escalation for technically complex mechanical system issues that occur in our data centers • Troubleshoot and engineer enhancements and corrective actions for designs and implementation processes/methods • Conduct detailed analyses and audits of mechanical system utilization across the data center fleet • Develop effective measurements and reports from Building Management System (BMS) and other monitoring systems to optimize performance and reliability • Evaluate systems to perform effective and efficient load management and capacity planning, including monitoring, trending, and developing engineering metrics and statistical data for strategic planning • Review new and retrofit mechanical designs, commissioning plans, and critical operational procedures • Review mechanical as-built technical documentation, verify accuracy, investigate actual site conditions, and update records • Develop and generate specifications, RFPs, ROMs, and SOWs for projects • Evaluate facility processes and industry best practices to drive efficiencies and effectiveness • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, establishing best practices and elevating the overall quality of mechanical engineering across the organization • Travel 10-30% to data center and vendor sites for engineering studies, on-site technical support, mechanical systems audits, startup testing, and full commissioning Minimum Qualifications • 8+ years of professional experience in data center engineering, mission-critical design, construction, operations, maintenance, or related industry • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field • Experience researching, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and identifying solutions to resolve mechanical system issues • Experience clearly communicating technical issues and presenting to peers, partners, and leadership • Experience with project management and driving complex projects by prioritizing competing demands based on impact, deadlines, and stakeholder needs • Experience with computer-based mathematical analysis and data analysis • Expertise in psychrometrics, heat transfer fundamentals, humidity control, and fluid dynamics • Knowledge of major HVAC components, chilled water distribution schemes, condenser water systems, and air distribution methods • Knowledge of water treatment systems, including reverse osmosis (RO) plants and pre-treatment processes such as water softening and filtration • Familiarity with control systems and mechanical automation systems • Ability to navigate and apply industry standards, building codes, and safety standards, including ASHRAE and SMACNA guidelines Preferred Qualifications • Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies • Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies • Experience navigating through Building Management System (BMS) programs • Cross-discipline knowledge of multiple critical facility systems • Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews) • Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews) • 5+ years of HVAC design experience • Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements) • Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements) • Mechanical Professional Engineer (PE) registration or local equivalent • Experience in project management, project engineering, or operations management beyond the field technician level • Familiarity with industry software tools for energy simulation, hydraulic simulation, and psychrometric analysis • Design or operations experience with data center-specific technology including liquid cooling, modular central plants, technical water loops, PLC controls, and large-scale evaporative cooling systems