Mechanical Engineer, NY

Ehvert•New York, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ehvert Mission Critical, a business unit within Salas O’Brien, has an immediate opening for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team in New York. We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our mission-critical data center engineering team. In this role, you will lead the design, modeling, and coordination of complex mechanical systems for hyperscale and AI-driven data centers across the United States. Your expertise will cover HVAC, piping, plumbing, cooling towers, chilled water systems, and other high-performance infrastructure that supports some of the largest technology clients in the world. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing all phases of mechanical engineering design and execution - from developing calculations and technical documentation, to leading BIM coordination and supervising on-site construction activities. You will ensure that all systems meet the highest standards of efficiency, sustainability, safety, and compliance with codes and client requirements. If you are a driven, detail-oriented engineer with a passion for innovation and collaboration, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the design and delivery of world-class, energy-efficient data center facilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
5 to 10 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience, preferably in the construction industry.
Proficiency in BIM software (Autodesk Revit), CAD tools, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software preferred.
Strong understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes.
Familiarity with mechanical codes and safety standards.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Strong project management abilities, including the coordination and supervision of on-site activities.
Must hold a current Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state.
Good project and client leadership skills.
Willingness to travel frequently to client sites.
Ability to work from home.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data center projects or other large-scale industrial projects is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical engineering design activities on major projects in the United States.
Design, model, and simulate mechanical systems for hyperscale and AI data centers, including HVAC, piping, plumbing, cooling towers, chilled water systems, and boilers.
Prepare engineering calculations and detailed mechanical drawings.
Design highly energy-efficient and sustainable systems.
Create technical documentation for project execution, including design criteria and specifications.
Ensure project requirements are met in terms of scope, cost, and schedule.
Collaborate with architects and engineers to coordinate BIM models and resolve conflicts.
Review shop drawings for compliance with engineering codes and safety standards.
Develop and maintain project scope documentation and revisions.
Utilize BIM tools for virtual construction of mechanical systems and coordination with other disciplines.
Manage and coordinate projects, including on-site supervision.
Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress.
Support construction administration.
Utilize laser scanning technology to document installation states.