Atlas Connections · 18 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer
Virginia, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $200K/yr
7+ years expAtlas Connections is a well-established data center developer and owner-operator focused on large-scale AI and HPC facilities. They are seeking an experienced Data Center Mechanical Engineer to support the design, delivery, and performance of high-reliability mechanical infrastructure for AI/GPU data center environments, collaborating with various teams to ensure alignment with demanding compute requirements and resiliency targets.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Elliott Coyle
Responsibilities
Develop and review mechanical designs for data center infrastructure, including chillers, heat exchangers, pumps, CRAH units, and CDUs
Collaborate with Electrical Engineers, Architects, and IT stakeholders to align mechanical design with overall data center requirements
Establish design parameters consistent with project scope and performance objectives
Perform technical evaluations and mechanical engineering studies (e.g., cooling load and energy-use calculations) and produce associated reports
Create standards/playbooks to enable consistent, efficient deployment of mechanical/plumbing systems across sites
Support design development from Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR) through Basis of Design (BoD), schematic design, design development, pricing, permitting, and construction
Maintain accurate as-built drawings and mechanical documentation
Support BoD development and design review meetings
Develop and adhere to mechanical specifications, details, drafting standards, and MEP coordination protocols
Prepare documents and specifications for planning, engineering, and designing HVAC, plumbing, and fire suppression systems for mission-critical facilities
Review and respond to bid submissions, RFIs, shop drawings, and construction questions
Review contractor submittals and coordinate resolution of technical issues
Support commissioning activities and verify system performance against design intent
Witness factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) for relevant mechanical systems/equipment
Qualification
Required
7+ years of mechanical engineering experience, including 3+ years supporting commercial construction and/or data center projects
Strong familiarity with document control systems, change order processes, and construction/project management tools
Demonstrated ability to support large-scale, complex builds with multiple stakeholders
Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment with competing priorities
Willingness to travel 25–50% to active U.S. project sites
Bachelor's degree required in Mechanical Engineering (or related engineering field)
Preferred
Master's degree in Engineering, Business, or Project Management preferred (not required)
Certifications such as PE, PMP, and/or LEED are highly valued
Company
Atlas Connections
Atlas Connections offers a unique, hands-on approach to staffing.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase