Senior Mechanical Engineer, NA (Denver)

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Design Engineering Department

The Design & Engineering (D&E) team drives the technology, innovation and new development of data center infrastructure across Vantage's companywide portfolio. D&E evaluates new sites, drives cost and scheduling in line with corporate goals and serves as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across the entire project lifecycle from concept through commissioning. The team collaborates with Sales, Operations and management along the way. D&E also works hand-in-hand with the Construction team to come up with a vertically integrated design and ensures new and existing standards and designs are executed effectively.

At the heart of our vision is the creation of critical infrastructure that facilitates human connection, creativity, sharing, and collective aspirations. Our mission revolves around providing our Customers with consistently exceptional facilities swiftly and enjoying the process while doing so. This dedication extends to our Customers, Construction teams, and Site Operations teams.

One thing that distinguishes Vantage is that our technical staff are given the responsibility and authority to directly drive tangible results. Our team can align long-term operational sustainability with value engineering and cost metrics to deliver products aligned with corporate goals. This approach empowers each member of the team to drive high-impact decisions and results.

The Design Engineering team guides the development and operation of best-in-class data centers for hyperscale customers by providing business-minding Design and Engineering expertise.

Position Overview

This is a remote position based anywhere in the US. #LI-Remote

Vantage is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to be part of the design engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a solid mechanical engineering background and experience with the design of cooling systems for mission critical facilities.

In this role, you will work alongside the Electrical and Architectural disciplines to deliver new products and improve existing products and associated standards. You will assist in developing high-level schematic system designs and specifications and collaborate with regional teams on design reviews and feedback and enable site-adapt implementations.

Knowledge of built-up mechanical rooms, packaged equipment, chilled water equipment and piping, DX systems, central utility plants, airside and water-side economization, humidity control, and value engineering as they relate to designing state-of-the-art datacenters is required. Familiarity in the areas of plumbing and fire protection design for data centers is preferred.

Essential Job Functions

Lead the efforts on design of mechanical systems - CRAH / CRAC units, chiller plants and liquid cooled systems.

Create mechanical block diagrams and single lines diagrams for mechanical system designs

Drive program level design efforts in coordination with other disciplines to ensure a cohesive well coordinated product design is delivered to regional teams for site-adaptation.

Create and update specifications for critical mechanical equipment.

Collaborate with manufacturers and vendors to develop innovative mechanical solutions.

Oversee review process of engineering studies of all types.

Create and update standard sequence of operation.

Collaborate with operations team as required to ensure new designs accommodate reliability and maintainability.

Manage Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) studies and other modeling studies are required to validate design concepts.

Create Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) calculation templates.

Attend First-of-Kind FWT testing of equipment as required.

Interface with regional SMEs to coordinate design development efforts and receive feedback on designs.

Additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, from an accredited university or college

Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred

5+ years of experience in mechanical systems design and construction required

Data Center and / or Mission Critical experience is required

Experience with NA construction markets required

Proficient in AutoCAD, Excel, and Word

Understanding of Revit, BIM, Navisworks and CFD modeling software environments

Working knowledge of critical cooling infrastructure within a data center

Well versed with all building codes and ordinances, including ASHRAE

Plumbing and fire protection infrastructure background within a data center preferred

Experience with mechanical design in California (Title 24, seismic, etc.) preferred

National and international travel required and is expected to be 10 to 15%, but may increase over time as the business evolves

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Information

Salary Range : $140,000 - $150,000 Base + Bonus ( this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations )

This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.#LI-AP2 #LI-Remote

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon-we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!