Sr. Manager, Mechanical & Plumbing Engineer - Data Centers

SB Energy is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the design development of mechanical and plumbing systems for large-scale, mission-critical data center campuses. The role involves establishing engineering standards, mentoring a team of engineers, and supporting the company's sustainability and innovation goals.

Location: Remote, or Redwood City, CA, or Denver, CO, or San Diego, CA

Salary: $160,000–$190,000

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of mechanical and plumbing engineering standards, specifications, and design guidelines across data center projects
• Drive innovation and standardization efforts by evaluating new technologies, materials, and vendor solutions to improve performance, reduce cost, and enhance scalability
• Oversee technical review and approval of equipment submittals, ensuring alignment with company standards and coordination across disciplines
• Partner with regional design and execution teams to capture lessons learned, evaluate deviations from Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR), and incorporate improvements into future designs
• Develop and standardize mechanical and plumbing system sequences of operations (SOOs) in coordination with controls and automation teams
• Lead value engineering efforts, providing recommendations that balance cost, constructability, reliability, and long-term operational performance
• Create and implement tools, templates, and processes that improve engineering consistency, efficiency, and quality across projects
• Establish and standardize commissioning requirements and documentation to support successful system startup and turnover
• Collaborate closely with Operations teams to ensure designs support maintainability, reliability, and lifecycle performance
• Support company sustainability goals by optimizing mechanical and plumbing system designs for efficiency and resource use
• Provide technical oversight and guidance on system layouts, infrastructure planning, and integration within complex data center environments
• Mentor and guide engineers, promoting best practices, technical consistency, and professional development across the team
• Support cross-functional coordination with architecture, electrical, procurement, construction, and operations stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform additional duties as required to support project and organizational objectives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) from an accredited institution. PE license preferred
• 8–12+ years of experience in mechanical engineering design and delivery for data centers, mission-critical, or large-scale industrial/commercial projects
• Demonstrated expertise in mechanical and plumbing systems, including piping, water distribution, drainage, and supporting infrastructure within complex facilities
• Proven ability to lead technical efforts, develop engineering standards, and mentor or guide engineering teams
• Experience working across North American and/or European construction environments
• Strong understanding of building codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency with engineering and design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit/BIM); ability to review and interpret construction documents and models
• Experience coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders, including design consultants, contractors, procurement, and operations teams
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to influence decisions in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
• Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)
• Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits
• Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data
• Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
• Device Purchase Support

Additional Information

• The pay range mentioned above is a guideline. We tailor each offer based on your skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks.
• Total compensation may include a discretionary annual bonus and a comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.