Mechanical / Piping Engineer

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Mechanical / Piping Engineer (Data Center) – Direct Hire

Location: Houston, TX (Local Candidates Only – No Relocation)
Compensation: $90,000 – $135,000 Base + 10%–20% Performance Bonus
 

Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical / Piping Engineer (2–10 years experience) with strong EPC and modular engineering design experience to support large-scale hyperscale data center projects. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy, safety, and performance of mechanical and piping systems across design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, check, and approve mechanical & piping drawings, calculations, and documentation
• Perform piping stress analysis and flexibility studies (CAESAR II, NozzlePro, FEPipe)
• Develop deliverables: line lists, valve lists, equipment lists, datasheets, MTOs, BOMs
• Prepare Technical Requisitions (TRs) and evaluate vendor quotes
• Ensure compliance with industry codes, client specs, and safety standards
• Support manufacturing, construction, and commissioning teams with troubleshooting
• Provide piping loads to structural teams and coordinate across disciplines
• Participate in design reviews and client meetings as a technical representative
• Assist with modular data center design and engineering improvements
• Develop Design Basis documents and validate “as-built” conditions
• Support RFIs, site visits, installation challenges, and commissioning efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
• 2–10 years of mechanical/piping engineering experience
• Strong background in EPC modular engineering design
• Experience with:
• • Piping systems design, routing, and components
  • Mechanical equipment (chillers, pumps, cooling systems, vessels, etc.)
  • Fire protection / suppression systems
• Working knowledge of data center infrastructure ()

Technical Skills (Required)

• CAESAR II
• NozzlePro
• FEPipe
• Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)
• PDF editing tools (Adobe, Foxit, etc.)

Additional Tools

• AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360, Navisworks
• SolidWorks
• SAP (ERP systems)
• COMPRESS, Pipe Data Pro, 3E Plus

Codes & Standards Knowledge

Familiarity with:

• ASME (B31.3, BPV Sections VIII & IX)
• ANSI, ASTM, AWS
• NFPA, OSHA, IBC
• NACE, PFI, AISI

Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) License
• Data center project experience
• Experience in fast-track design/build projects
• Ability to coordinate with regulatory agencies and support permitting

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Self-driven with high attention to detail and quality

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting-edge hyperscale data center projects
• High-impact role across full project lifecycle
• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus

✅ Apply today!