Mechanical Engineer, Senior

STRM Recruiting • Denver, CO

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Mechanical Engineer reports to the VP of Engineering and is responsible for mechanical engineering efforts related to a portfolio of data center projects which can include new construction, phased expansion, retrofits and upgrades, acquisition conversions, MEFP (Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Protection, Plumbing) equipment standards, development of design standards, processes, and procedures. This role will support long-term business strategies aligned with key stakeholders to support the relationship and output of key design partners and equipment suppliers for their assigned projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, from an accredited university or college; Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam passed/Engineer In Training (EIT) preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in mission critical and/or data center mechanical design and construction required
• Understanding of critical cooling infrastructure within a data center and how power sources provide cooling redundancy
• Proficient in Bluebeam, Teams, Excel, and Word software
• Experience in working with engineering software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Psychrometric analysis, Load/Energy calculations, and CFD analysis
• Understanding of applicable construction codes with an emphasis on the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Mechanical Code (IMC)
• Understanding of data center industry standards (e.g. ASHRAE TC9.9, BICSI Data Center Standards)

Nice To Haves

• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam passed/Engineer In Training (EIT) preferred

Responsibilities

• Supports innovation & development in concert with the VP of Engineering and other stakeholders including investigation of new products and services, and how they will be assimilated into standards
• Collaborates with Operations teams to ensure design standards and best practices align with their requirements
• Method Of Procedure (MOP) review and validation with Operations teams
• Performs mechanical engineering tasks to support master planning/concept designs as part of investment planning, review, and approval process
• Reviews Request for Proposals (RFPs) for design services
• Reviews and performs bid levelling/scope verification for design services proposals
• Reviews consultants' engineering calculations and performs independent engineering/cost analysis as assigned
• Supports the design and construction team to provide detailed owner review of design and construction deliverables such as early design packages, drawings, specifications, equipment submittals, Requests for Information (RFI’s), and informal coordination
• Opines on proposed deviations to the standards or the requirements
• Researches new designs, materials, and construction methods for data center mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection equipment and related components
• Conducts value engineering analyses and provides system recommendations based on ROI and simple payback in collaboration with construction cost estimator(s)
• Performs review of Integrated Automation System (IAS) points list and sequences of operation authored by others
• Attends various design and construction related meetings with stakeholders, design consultants, and construction partners
• Participates in Factory Witness Testing (FWT) of critical mechanical equipment when assigned
• Participates in technical meetings with customers when assigned
• On-site commissioning (Cx) support of Level 4 and Level 5 Cx efforts when assigned
• Troubleshoots mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection system challenges/issues when assigned
• Responds on an as-needed basis to emergencies
• Additional duties as assigned from time to time by the VP of Engineering

Benefits

• Competitive salary range ($150K–$190K) along with a quarterly project bonus and an annual performance bonus program
• 401k up to a 4% employer match that is fully vested upon enrollment
• 100% employee premiums paid by employer for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability
• Paid Time Off + Sick time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees