About the job
AECOM is actively seeking a talented Senior Mechanical Designer to join our Data Center and Mission Critical team in the eastern region of the United States. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the technology sector, specifically within the mission-critical and data center industries, with a strong focus on the demands of scalability, speed, and reliability.
This role offers the flexibility of remote work and can be fulfilled from various locations across the U. S. where AECOM has offices.
While primarily remote, occasional travel may be necessary for client meetings, key project milestones, on-site collaboration sessions, or other critical business activities. Travel will be scheduled in advance and is expected to be infrequent.
AECOM stands as a leader in the global data center consulting sector, with robust teams located throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. In this position, you will collaborate with our international teams on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects for esteemed global clients. This is a client-facing role with significant potential for career advancement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Data Center Heat Rejection and HVAC System Design: Develop and design heat rejection and HVAC systems customized for data centers, focusing on cooling requirements, associated loads, system flexibility for varied heat distribution, phased construction, airflow management, humidity control, and compliance with industry standards.
- Cooling System Selection: Choose suitable air/water side cooling systems for data centers, including fan wall units, CRAH units, chilled water systems, and containment solutions tailored to the specific cooling needs and equipment criticality.
- Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Analysis: Execute internal CFD simulations to optimize airflow distribution, assess transient conditions, identify hotspots, and ensure efficient cooling throughout the data center. Conduct external CFD analyses across buildings and campuses to evaluate the interaction of electrical and mechanical components.
