Data Center Engineer

Title: M&E Engineer (Mechanical & Electrical Engineer)
Location: Somerset, NJ (Hybrid - 4x/Week)
Duration: 12 months (Potential to convert)
Pay range: $80-$85

Position Summary:
The M&E Engineer provides technical leadership and oversight for mechanical and electrical infrastructure in data center environments, focusing on the design, construction, and commissioning of critical systems such as chillers, UPS, generators, and power distribution units. Acting as a liaison between project teams, 3rd-party engineering firms, and operations, the role ensures that data center projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in compliance with Client standards and industry regulations.

The position requires strong experience in M&E design or practical implementation within data center white space, commissioning processes, and grey space infrastructure. Responsibilities include managing engineering design reviews, conducting site inspections, supporting commissioning activities, coordinating with contractors, developing RFPs/RFIs, and providing technical guidance to operations teams. The role demands exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to work proactively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

This hybrid position (4x/week onsite in Somerset, NJ) involves travel within the Tri-state area to oversee construction, commissioning, and project handover. Experience in financial services, sustainability/ESG projects, and data center operations is a plus, along with familiarity with AutoCAD, BMS, and DCIM platforms.

Key Responsibilities

·         Participate as an active member of the Client’s project team & represent the M&E Engineering team in North America, both internally and externally. Help develop & deliver: Oversee whitespace mechanical and electrical design from concept to construction level detail & be fully conversant with the design and its subsequent implementation & changes. Client’s hires 3rd party engineering firms for a full design package. This resource will be responsible for overseeing the firms activity.

·         Work with the NA operations team to ensure integration of Client’s operational standards with the engineering design.

·         Creation of, and assist with, RFP & RFI documentation relating to the MS White Space products and services as it relates to the M&E infrastructure.

·         Assist with overall project programming. Ensure M&E infrastructure products and installation are following local & national AHJ requirements, as well as specific MS and manufacturer installation standards

·         Close liaison with Client’s key strategic M&E infrastructure manufacturers.

·         Build a relationship with the Contractor(s), including installation staff (foreman and engineers) and become involved with the contractors programme of works for the days and weeks ahead & provide guidance on installation, good practice and the like.

·         Ensure projects aims are delivered on time and to budget

·         Be familiar with commissioning processes for mechanical and electrical infrastructure including the requirements of level 1 through 4 commissioning, level 5 integrated system test, and room verification tests.

·         Support the commissioning vendor hired by Client’s to perform all commissioning of the mechanical and electrical infrastructure supporting the white space.

·         Conduct regular construction site walks and / or attend site meetings as required in order to quickly resolve installation issues.

·         Examples of site inspection activities include installation, quality, and progress checks for electrical switchgear, UPS systems, power distribution, and HVAC.

·         Review commissioning and testing implementation plans and method of procedures (MOPs) for the tie-in and start up of critical M&E equipment.

·         Be available to make informed decisions relating to the installation, including ensuring key stake holders are informed and agreement sought as appropriate.

·         Report urgent action items / concerns as required to local project management and operations.

·         Report back on a daily / weekly basis to Global Head of Engineering on progress, issues, decision points taken as required.

·         Review and approval of as built information, commissioning, and testing final reports.

·         Develop and maintain strong working relationships with EDC North America DC Operations Team and other critical facility stakeholders, to ensure a successful hand over from project to operations team.

·         Provide technical support for all M&E Incident and Root Cause investigations .Due to the nature of this role and the business needs, some weekend works may be required during the course of the year. Skills Required:

·         Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or be able to show equivalent level of education in a relevant engineering discipline. Industry experience such as working up through the Electrical trades and/or operations will also be considered.

·         Minimum of 5 years experience with the design and construction industry, with a minimum of 3 years within the financial or data center vertical markets. Demonstrate clear understanding of data center M&E infrastructure with knowledge of relevant local, national and international standards.

·         Basic understanding of data center infrastructure resiliency and design. Recognized technical training and skills understanding all aspects of data center mechanical and electrical infrastructure. Experience in all aspects MEP Engineering project management.

·         Excellent performance record in managing internal clients (either internal or external).?Strong management and leadership skills.

·         Excellent verbal and written communications.

·         Project commercial and financial acumen. Able to articulate clearly and credibly with internal clients, data center operations managers and all staff. Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of applications, including Visio, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.

Qualifications:

·         Data Center Operations Experience background is a plus.

·         Sustainability / energy efficiency project experience and ESG Compliance is a plus

·         Financial Services company background is a plus. AutoCAD application experience and knowledge a plus.

·         Experience with BMS and DCIM software platforms a plus

·         Mechanical, Electrical Chillers, UPS, Generators and  Power Distribution Units (Everything on the support infra for the data center)

·         Role itself can morph into a larger role (based on current builds within MS Data Center Strategy)

·         Technical Liaison for the Projects - not strict engineering on their end - instead managing engineers responsible for builds

·         Must have a Data Center technical background on the M&E side

·         Commissioning Exp

·         Extremely organized and great communication

·         Grey Space Infra Exp (as far as mechanical and electrical)

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee''''s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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