Principal Mechanical Engineer, Vantage Data Centers
North America
$170-190k
+ Bonus
More information about location
Customizable enterprise data center solutions
Open for applications
Customizable enterprise data center solutions
1001+ employees
Open for applications
$170-190k
+ Bonus
More information about location
1001+ employees
Company mission
To design, build and operate resilient, sustainable digital infrastructure for the world’s leading technology companies with a relentless focus on customer experience.
Role
Who you are
- 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, controls, and fire protection design for data centers is preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Registration as a US-based Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred
- 10 years of experience in mechanical design and construction required, 15+ years preferred
- Data Center and/or mission critical experience is required
- Experience with NA construction markets is required
- Experience with mechanical design in California (Title 24, seismic, etc.) preferred
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office. Understanding of AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, Navisworks and CFD modeling software environments
- Solid understanding of critical mechanical infrastructure within a data center is required
- Well versed with all building codes and ordinances, including ASHRAE
- Plumbing and fire protection infrastructure background within a data center preferred
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Travel required is expected to be up to 15% but may increase over time as the business evolves
What the job involves
- 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
- Vantage is looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to be part of the design engineering team, steering innovative design and engineering solution for our data center projects
- In this role, as a subject matter expert, you will be focusing on program improvement initiative as well as supporting the deployment of new data center from land acquisition to Operation hand-off
- These functions collaborate closely with construction, automation, innovation, and engineering to fully deliver large-scale data centers. As an engineering leader, you will also work closely with other company stakeholders, such as sales, equipment procurement, new site development, and leadership
- You will be presented with complex engineering challenges and will work with teams to bring them to resolution
- You will ensure engineering standards are developed, executed, and enhanced for projects
- You will evaluate design to meet customer requirements while providing a balance of CAPEX and OPEX costs, engineering innovation, and site application requirements
- There will also be some focus on special projects that support data center renovations, troubleshooting, and remediation activities
- These projects tend to be more focused in scope and typically require detailed attention since they can involve a live facility
- Lead design initiatives that align with the company's strategic direction and goals
- Drive the development and implementation of processes, equipment, and standards for data center projects
- Lead Mechanical Design review efforts for deployment of new Data Centers, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and customer requirements
- Participate in all phases of project execution, including conceptual design, basis of design, scope of work, development of construction documents, and commissioning
- Provide project leadership for mechanical design consultants and contractors, ensuring that tasks and milestones are completed on time and within budget
- Attend project design team meetings and on-site job walks to ensure that the constructed product meets engineering standards and specifications
- Conduct value engineering analyses and provide system recommendations based on return on investment (ROI) and internal rate of return (IRR) analysis
- Responsible for the review of technical drawings, such as schematic drawings, design and construction documents, main submittals, sequence of operations, commissioning scripts
- Support Site Operations by troubleshooting and tuning existing systems to optimize performance
- Coordinate heavily with internal engineering teams across all disciplines to ensure products delivered to Operations are streamlined and optimized to meet the needs of the business across all functions
- Work closely with Operations to balance cost-effective solutions with long-term operational sustainability
- Provide technical support to Sales during site tours, RFP responses, and customer Build To Suit (BTS) Data Center solutions
- Participate in product development process flow from idea to implementing the company’s Intellectual Property (IP) initiatives. Engage in continuous professional development through training, participation in professional societies, associations, and continuing education
- Review engineering studies, including:
- Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) studies
- Rack layout optimization
- Psychrometrics
- ASHRAE extreme annual design day temperatures and their impact on supply air temperatures
- Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) calculations
- Handle additional duties as assigned by Management
Our take
AI technology is scaling, demanding more powerful and expensive facilities to store the data of the companies that are spearheading this acceleration. Because AI tech demands higher-powered cooling requirements, extra effort must go into keeping these data centers carbon neutral, which is why Vantage Data Centers designs facilities that are efficient, scalable, and sustainable.
Such a rapidly growing market means the facilities and infrastructure supporting it must be flexible and suitable for expansion. Vantage keeps this in mind, designing scalability into its centers. It now operates 32 hyperscale campuses across the globe, serving several leading technology companies. In 2017, it was acquired by Digital Bridge Holdings, and has surpassed Unicorn status with a valuation of $15 billion.
With VC awarded at the start of 2024, Vantage is extending and accelerating its capabilities across North America and the EMEA regions. As cloud computing and AI companies grow at a breakneck pace, Vantage has established itself as the obvious data-storage choice for hyperscaling companies, which sets it up for great success in the future.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 8 rounds)
Sep 2025
$1.6bn
GROWTH EQUITY VC
Jan 2024
$6.4bn
GROWTH EQUITY VC
Total funding: $13.2bn
Company HQ
Golden Square Mile, Montreal, QC
Leadership
Sureel Choksi
(CEO)Previously on the Board of Directors at Vantage before being promoted to CEO in 2013. Alongside his work at Vantage, Choksi is on the Board for Scala Data Centers, Zayo Group and Strada Education Foundation.
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