Submer · 2 hours ago
Systems Engineer / Architect (MEP Integration)
Greater Houston
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expSubmer is a company that enables sustainable digital infrastructure through innovative liquid cooling solutions for data centers. The Systems Engineer / Architect will define the integration of MEP systems at a data center level, ensuring coordination among various engineering disciplines and driving system-level decisions from concept to commissioning.
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Responsibilities
Develop and own the system-level architecture for MEP modules across power, cooling, plumbing, controls and support utilities
Define how individual MEP subsystems connect, communicate and operate as a coordinated whole within a data center environment
Produce integration diagrams, interface definitions, system block diagrams, sequence-of-operations and dependency maps
Lead cross-discipline coordination sessions to ensure mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural and architectural teams are aligned on system interactions
Evaluate space planning, equipment placement, routing and constructability for MEP system integration
Identify upstream and downstream dependencies between systems like cooling, electrical distribution, life safety, controls and monitoring
Support design reviews, risk assessments, FMEA sessions and system readiness checks
Review technical submittals, vendor packages and modular system layouts to verify compatibility with the overall facility architecture
Support site evaluations, construction coordination, equipment testing and commissioning from a system-integration perspective
Help improve internal standards for system diagrams, interface documentation and integration guidelines
Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers and cross-functional teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Systems Engineering (or related field)
8+ years of experience in MEP systems engineering, systems architecture or multi-disciplinary integration roles
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems used in mission-critical facilities, especially data centers
Experience developing system diagrams, integration documents and multi-discipline interface specifications
Familiarity with industry codes and standards (ASHRAE, NEC, NFPA, IMC, IPC, etc.)
Proficiency with design and modeling tools such as AutoCAD, Revit or similar platforms
Experience in construction-phase coordination, site walkthroughs and commissioning support
Strong communication skills and the ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines
Ability to lead or mentor junior engineers and support collaborative design processes
Benefits
Medical Insurance Plan.
401k Employee volunteer contribution Plan.
Company
Submer
Submer enables next-generation cooling and automation for data and energy-
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$127.11MKey Investors
SantanderM&G InvestmentsPlanet First Partners
2024-12-20Debt Financing· $20.86M
2024-10-03Series C· $55.18M
2022-01-25Series B· $33.91M
Leadership Team
Daniel Pope
Founder
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