Vice President of Mechanical Engineering Design

T5 Data Centers • Atlanta, GA

9d • Remote

About The Position

The Vice President of Mechanical Engineering Design is responsible for leading all mechanical engineering design activities across T5’s data center development and construction portfolio. This role oversees mechanical design strategy, standards, quality, and execution for mission‑critical facilities, ensuring alignment with T5’s operational, performance, and reliability objectives. The VP will guide teams of mechanical engineering subject matter experts and external partners to deliver efficient, resilient, and cost‑effective mechanical systems for complex data center projects. A strong operational mindset and deep experience in mission‑critical environments are essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License (Required).
• 10+ years of Mechanical Design and Engineering experience, required
• Strong operational background within the construction or engineering industry.
• Data Center experience, required
• Experience leading Mission Critical projects (Required).

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
• Develop and implement mechanical engineering design strategies that support T5’s business goals and construction operations.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align mechanical design standards with overall project delivery objectives.
• Drive innovation in mechanical systems design, energy efficiency, and operational performance.
• Mechanical Engineering Oversight
• Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of mechanical engineering design activities across all projects.
• Ensure mechanical systems meet performance, reliability, scalability, and sustainability requirements for mission‑critical data centers.
• Review and approve mechanical design documents, specifications, and calculations.
• Project Delivery & Operations Integration
• Partner with construction, commissioning, and operations teams to ensure mechanical designs support long‑term operational efficiency.
• Monitor design progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain schedule and budget.
• Lead value engineering efforts to optimize cost without compromising reliability or quality.
• Team Leadership & Development
• Manage internal mechanical engineering staff and external engineering partners.
• Coordinate with HR and the EVP of Construction to recruit, train, and develop mechanical engineering talent.
• Conduct performance reviews and establish KPIs for mechanical engineering excellence.
• Quality, Compliance & Risk Management
• Establish and enforce mechanical design standards, quality protocols, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify mechanical system risks and ensure appropriate insurance and risk‑management measures are in place.
• Stakeholder & Vendor Management
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients, engineering firms, equipment vendors, and subcontractors.
• Negotiate mechanical engineering scopes, contracts, and pricing to secure favorable terms.
• Represent mechanical engineering interests in client meetings and project reviews.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Stay current with emerging mechanical technologies, cooling strategies, and data center design trends.
• Lead initiatives to streamline mechanical design processes, reduce waste, and enhance efficiency.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees