Mechanical Engineering Director Job, Remote (US)

Director Mechanical Engineering Hyperscale Data Centers
Lead the Engineering Strategy Driving the Next Generation of AI & Hyperscale Infrastructure

Are you a Director of Mechanical Engineering looking for an opportunity to influence the future of hyperscale and AI infrastructure at scale?
Our client is a globally recognized developer and operator of mission-critical facilities experiencing significant growth across North America. As part of a major expansion strategy, they are seeking a Director of Mechanical Engineering to lead mechanical engineering strategy, innovation, design standards, and technical leadership across a growing portfolio of hyperscale data center developments.

This is more than a traditional leadership position.
You will shape the future of Mechanical Engineering across a multi-billion-dollar development pipeline, influence next-generation cooling technologies, lead high-performing engineering teams, and drive engineering excellence across some of the largest data center projects in North America.
Why This Role Stands Out As the Director of Mechanical Engineering, you will have the rare opportunity to influence projects from concept through commissioning while setting Mechanical Engineering standards that impact an entire portfolio.
You will join a business where engineering leaders are empowered to make decisions, challenge convention, and drive innovation across hyperscale, cloud, and AI-focused developments.

This role offers:

• Executive-level visibility and influence across the organization.
• Ownership of Mechanical Engineering strategy across multiple major developments.
• The opportunity to evaluate and implement emerging cooling and infrastructure technologies.
• Leadership of an established team of highly skilled engineering Subject Matter Experts.
• Exposure to hyperscale, cloud, and AI-driven infrastructure growth across North America.
• Long-term career progression within a market-leading organization investing heavily in future growth.

What You Will Do

As Director of Mechanical Engineering, you will:

• Lead Mechanical Engineering strategy across a portfolio of mission-critical developments.
• Drive design innovation, engineering standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and develop a team of Mechanical Engineering SMEs and technical leaders.
• Influence design decisions from site selection and conceptual design through construction and commissioning.
• Partner with executive leadership, construction, operations, sales, consultants, and vendors to deliver world-class facilities.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities to improve performance, efficiency, sustainability, and scalability.
• Ensure Mechanical Engineering best practices are implemented across the organization.
• Drive technical excellence throughout the full project lifecycle.

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this Director of Mechanical Engineering position, you will likely possess:

• 15+ years of Mechanical Engineering, design, and construction experience.
• Extensive experience within data centers, mission-critical facilities, or comparable complex infrastructure environments.
• A proven track record leading Mechanical Engineering teams and managing technical professionals.
• Strong knowledge of design, construction, commissioning, and operational processes.
• Expertise across MEP systems and critical infrastructure design.
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration is highly desirable.

Compensation & Benefits Base Salary $230,000 – $250,000

Additional Rewards

• Annual performance bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Career development and leadership advancement opportunities.
• The opportunity to help shape the future of hyperscale and AI infrastructure.

Location Hybrid working arrangement available across multiple North American locations.
Travel Approximately 15% to 25% travel across North America.

Why Join Now? Timing matters.
Our client is investing aggressively in growth, expanding its development pipeline, advancing AI-ready infrastructure capabilities, and continuing to set new standards for mission-critical design and delivery.

As Director of Mechanical Engineering, you will not simply support that growth.
You will help define it.

If you’re ready to lead Mechanical Engineering at scale, influence the future of hyperscale infrastructure, and take ownership of strategic engineering decisions that shape an entire portfolio, we’d welcome a confidential discussion.

Apply Now Shortlisting and interviews are underway.
Apply today or contact PJ Walsh for a confidential discussion before the shortlist is finalized.

About Energi People  
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