Mechanical Engineer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
AECOM
Posted
Jun 24, 2026
Location
Remote (US)
Type
Full-time
Mission
What you will drive
- Design and develop heat rejection and HVAC systems for data centers, ensuring efficiency, redundancy, and compliance with industry standards.
- Conduct CFD analysis to optimize airflow and cooling performance, and coordinate design modifications with other engineering disciplines.
- Perform heat load calculations and capacity planning to accommodate future expansions and phased construction.
- Implement energy-efficient strategies and ensure air quality and filtration meet data center requirements.
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role enables the reliable and energy-efficient operation of data centers that power critical digital infrastructure, supporting global connectivity and reducing environmental footprint through sustainable design.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
- Highly skilled mechanical engineer with experience in data center and mission critical facilities.
- Familiarity with cooling system selection (CRAH, chilled water, DX, etc.) and redundancy/fault-tolerant design.
- Proficiency in CFD analysis and heat load calculations.
- Ability to collaborate with electrical and mechanical teams on integrated system design.
Benefits
What's in it for you
Remote work flexibility with occasional travel. Opportunity to work on high-profile global data center projects with upward career mobility. Compensation and benefits typical of a large engineering firm (details not specified).
About
Inside AECOM
AECOM is a global leader in data center consulting, providing engineering and design services for mission critical facilities across the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia.