Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Switch is a company that designs, builds, and operates data centers, focusing on innovative technology and operational excellence. The Mechanical Engineer will design and support mechanical systems for large-scale data centers, ensuring the systems meet performance, cost, and code requirements while coordinating with internal teams and external partners.
Responsibilities
- Design mechanical and piping systems for hyperscale data center projects
- Review and guide work from external engineering consultants
- Develop and maintain design standards, specifications, and basis of design documents
- Select and evaluate mechanical equipment with vendors and manufacturers
- Ensure designs meet mechanical and plumbing codes, standards, and utility requirements
- Coordinate with internal teams, utilities, AHJs, and construction partners
- Support projects through design reviews, permitting, and construction phases
- Conduct site visits for assessments, design validation, and construction support
- Identify improvements to cost, quality, schedule, and design consistency across projects
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field
- 4–7 years of experience designing mechanical systems for large-scale facilities
- Experience with cooling systems and mechanical infrastructure in data centers or similar environments
- Working knowledge of mechanical and plumbing codes and standards
- Experience coordinating with external design consultants
- Familiarity with tools such as Bluebeam, Excel, Smartsheet, MS Office, or similar
- Ability to review technical designs and support construction execution
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience with CFD or FEA tools for airflow and system analysis
- Experience working with AHJs, utilities, and permitting processes
Benefits
- A Culture of Karma – We are self-motivated by karma, ensuring our actions contribute to a positive, supportive and forward-thinking environment.
- Industry Leading Designs – Work with the most advanced data center technology on the planet and be a part of emerging technology development.
- Flexibility & Remote Opportunities – Whether in-office, hybrid, or fully remote, we offer the technology and support to keep teams connected and productive.
- Career Stability & Growth – In this expanding industry, we invest in our people, providing opportunities & advancement in a stable, growing company.
- Generous Benefits Package - Switch provides comprehensive coverage for you and your family that can be tailored to fit your personal needs, and more!
Company Overview
Switch was founded in 2000 by CEO Rob Roy and stands at the forefront as the premier data center designer, builder and operator, owning 100% of its land and facilities. It was founded in 2000, and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.switch.com.