Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. LVI Associates is recruiting for a leading developer, owner, and operator of large-scale energy and digital infrastructure. The Director of Mechanical & Plumbing Engineering will provide technical leadership for hyperscale and mission-critical data center projects, establish engineering standards, oversee mechanical and plumbing systems, support innovation and sustainability, and lead a team of engineers.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of mechanical and plumbing engineering standards, specifications, and design guidelines
- Provide technical oversight for cooling, piping, water distribution, drainage, and supporting infrastructure systems within mission-critical environments
- Drive standardization and innovation initiatives by evaluating emerging technologies, materials, equipment, and vendor solutions
- Review and approve equipment submittals, technical documentation, and design deliverables to ensure alignment with company standards
- Support value engineering efforts focused on constructability, reliability, operational performance, and cost optimization
- Develop standardized sequences of operation and commissioning requirements in collaboration with controls and automation teams
- Partner with design, construction, procurement, and operations teams to incorporate lessons learned and continuously improve future project delivery
- Collaborate with operations stakeholders to ensure long-term maintainability, reliability, and lifecycle performance of mechanical systems
- Support sustainability initiatives through energy-efficient and resource-conscious mechanical system design
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers while fostering technical excellence and professional growth
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- 8-12+ years of experience designing and delivering mechanical systems for data centers, mission-critical facilities, or large-scale industrial/commercial projects
- Strong expertise in cooling systems, piping infrastructure, water distribution, plumbing systems, and critical facility design
- Experience establishing engineering standards, design guidelines, and best practices across multiple projects
- Proven ability to lead technical teams and mentor engineers in a collaborative environment
- Knowledge of applicable building codes, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
- Proficiency with engineering design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM platforms
- Experience coordinating with consultants, contractors, procurement teams, and operational stakeholders
- Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- PE license preferred
Benefits
- Bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Flexible work arrangements with remote options available
- Opportunity to build and mentor a growing engineering team
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