Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Data Center Mission Critical
Enercon
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Emeryville, CA · Posted February 2, 2026
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About the job
Overview
Join our team for an exciting engineering role in the data center industry. We are looking for Mechanical Engineer craft precise documents, maintain industry knowledge, and ensure high-quality engineering deliverables. Build strong client relationships and collaborate with diverse disciplines. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to read more about this opportunity.
This position can be based in the following locations:
Emeryville, CA
Charlotte, NC
Houston, TX
Reston, VA
Dallas, TX
Naperville, IL
Ohio
Washington
Remote from the US
Any ENERCON office
Responsibilities
Each day, you’ll lead the creation of precise engineering documents, ensuring they meet strict industry codes and client expectations while collaborating across disciplines to deliver innovative, safe solutions. Balancing technical expertise with client engagement, you’ll drive projects forward, manage schedules, and build strong relationships, all while shaping the future of the nuclear industry.
Engineering Excellence & Compliance : Prepare error-free engineering documents adhering to industry codes, standards, and client requirements. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry codes, safety standards, and nuclear design techniques
Quality & Deliverable Management : Produce high-quality engineering deliverables aligned with client expectations and project scopes. Conduct peer and technical reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance
Client Engagement & Collaboration : Build strong client relationships through professional communication and quality deliverables. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure design compatibility and meet all project requirements
Project Oversight & Leadership : Manage project schedules, resources, and budgets to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery. Serve as Responsible Engineer (RE) or Lead Responsible Engineer (LRE) to lead project success #LI-MB1
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
Minimum of 6 years of critical facilities, data center or power design experience
Critical Facilities HVAC systems including:
Datacenter and/or Telecommunications project design, including understanding Reliability, Redundancy, Diversity in systems designs
Chilled Water systems
Pumping systems
Piping systems
Cooling towers
Air Handling systems
Refrigerant systems (DX Air Handlers)
Fan systems and ductwork
Raised Floor, Overhead and In Row cooling systems
Title 24
Trane Trace
Building Controls Systems
Developing Project Specifications
Proficient with Microsoft Suite
AutoCAD in an engineering setting is required
Professional Engineer preferred
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to be an individual contributor and work effectively in teams
Ability to travel 10%-15%; duration of travel may vary depending on project and client needs, ranging from a few days to a few weeks
#LI-MB1
Compensation Range
USD $100,000.00 - USD $160,800.00 /Yr. Additional Information
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Some positions may be performed remotely in one or more U.S. states. Compensation is aligned with applicable pay transparency requirements and reflects expected compensation at the time of posting.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. We ask all candidates this question to better understand work authorization and any potential sponsorship needs. Employment is contingent upon passing pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings, background checks, and annual motor vehicle record reviews per company and client policies.
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Each day, you’ll lead the creation of precise engineering documents, ensuring they meet strict industry codes and client expectations while collaborating across disciplines to deliver innovative, safe solutions. Balancing technical expertise with client engagement, you’ll drive projects forward, manage schedules, and build strong relationships, all while shaping the future of the nuclear industry.
Engineering Excellence & Compliance : Prepare error-free engineering documents adhering to industry codes, standards, and client requirements. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry codes, safety standards, and nuclear design techniques
Quality & Deliverable Management : Produce high-quality engineering deliverables aligned with client expectations and project scopes. Conduct peer and technical reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance
Client Engagement & Collaboration : Build strong client relationships through professional communication and quality deliverables. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure design compatibility and meet all project requirements
Project Oversight & Leadership : Manage project schedules, resources, and budgets to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery. Serve as Responsible Engineer (RE) or Lead Responsible Engineer (LRE) to lead project success #LI-MB1
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
Minimum of 6 years of critical facilities, data center or power design experience
Critical Facilities HVAC systems including:
Datacenter and/or Telecommunications project design, including understanding Reliability, Redundancy, Diversity in systems designs
Chilled Water systems
Pumping systems
Piping systems
Cooling towers
Air Handling systems
Refrigerant systems (DX Air Handlers)
Fan systems and ductwork
Raised Floor, Overhead and In Row cooling systems
Title 24
Trane Trace
Building Controls Systems
Developing Project Specifications
Proficient with Microsoft Suite
AutoCAD in an engineering setting is required
Professional Engineer preferred
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to be an individual contributor and work effectively in teams
Ability to travel 10%-15%; duration of travel may vary depending on project and client needs, ranging from a few days to a few weeks
#LI-MB1