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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

AECOM Columbus, OH Remote senior full-time

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Description

AECOM is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer for the Data Center and Mission Critical team. The ideal candidate should be familiar with the tech sector, mission critical and data center industry, understanding the requirements of scale, speed, and consistency in data centers.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop heat rejection and HVAC systems for data centers, considering factors such as cooling requirements, airflow management, and energy efficiency.
  • Select appropriate cooling systems, including air/water side cooling systems, fan wall units, and chilled water systems.
  • Conduct Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis to optimize airflow distribution and ensure efficient cooling.
  • Design HVAC systems with redundancy and fault-tolerant features to ensure continuous operation.
  • Perform heat load calculations and capacity planning to determine cooling requirements.
  • Implement energy-efficient HVAC design strategies and sustainability initiatives.
  • Ensure air quality and filtration systems are designed to maintain optimal levels.
  • Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to integrate heat rejection and HVAC systems with electrical infrastructure.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency.
  • Experience in data center mechanical and electrical equipment installation and operation.
  • P.E. registration is required.
  • Preferred qualifications include a master's degree or advanced coursework in HVAC systems or energy management, knowledge of data center TER Standard Topology, and professional certifications related to HVAC engineering.

Additional Information:

  • AECOM offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, and retirement savings plan.
  • Relocation assistance may be available for candidates interested in working from the Arlington, VA office.

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Skills

Required

  • HVAC system design
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis
  • heat load calculation
  • capacity planning
  • energy efficiency
  • sustainability

Nice to have

  • data center TER Standard Topology
  • Uptime Institute
  • TIA 942
  • ANSI/BICSI 002
  • Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
  • Building Energy Modeling Professional (BEMP)
  • Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) accreditation

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