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# Mechanical Engineer (Data Centers)

- **Company:** Barge Design Solutions
- **Location:** Birmingham, AL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Autodesk Revit, Data Centers
- **Published:** October 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=50f8ce7d717cb644

## About the Role

Barge Design Solutions is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer (Data Centers) to join our growing Mission-Critical team, supporting the design and delivery of complex data center facilities. This role will focus on developing innovative, energy-efficient mechanical, HVAC, and utility systems that ensure reliability, performance, and operational continuity. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary design, and a passion for advancing mission-critical infrastructure while contributing to the continued growth of Barge's Data Center practice., * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.

 * Professional Engineering license (PE)
 * 5-7 years of progressive experience in the Mechanical engineering field with emphasis on design of systems for data centers or other mission-critical facilities.
 * Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment, design codes, and standards.
 * Ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively with a wide range of audiences.
 * Experience with Revit a plus.
 * Familiarity with sustainable design practices and energy-efficient systems a plus

## Description

* Collaborates with project team members, client representatives, and review agencies to provide a comprehensive project design.
 * Develops design criteria for air and water side of building mechanical systems.
 * Calculates heating, cooling, and ventilation loads.
 * Utilizes industry standards and best practices to optimize mission-critical system performance
 * Leads technical mechanical design portions of a project in a multi-discipline environment.
 * Develops concepts, studies, and narratives to help clients understand options available to meet project requirements.
 * Selects equipment and designs code-compliant mechanical systems to achieve client objectives related to uptime and reliability of mission-critical facilities.
 * Oversees installation of systems to ensure functionality and compliance with design intent.
 * Participates in project site visits.
 * Mentors, directs, and oversees work of junior staff and designers.
 * Participates in the strategy, growth, and development of Barge's Mission-Critical sector.