Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Senior Mechanical Engineering Consultant -- Mission Critical (Data Centers) City Chicago State IL Country United States Area of Interest Consulting Type Full Time - Regular Job ID 2025-17384 Business Group Consulting Group Department Mechanical Engineering Description

Overview:

Sargent & Lundy Consulting (SLC) is expanding our Mission Critical team to support the growing demand for mission-critical data center projects. This direct-hire opportunity places you at the forefront of a multibillion-dollar industry experiencing exponential growth. Data centers represent a highly strategic market for Sargent & Lundy, highlighted in several of our priority articles. Our Mission Critical practice is international in scope and involves exciting, collaborative work across multiple departments.

Responsibilities:

In this role, you will focus on mechanical engineering for data center projects. Specific areas of responsibility include:

Designing mechanical systems and equipment to ensure a useful and safe workplace.Advising clients regarding mechanical systems and requirements, ensuring compliance with safety codes.Monitoring installation of designed equipment and systems for compliance with design specifications and safety codes.Participating in developing design criteria for the air and water sides of building mechanical systems.Reviewing mechanical designs and specifications of equipment or systems being purchased or fabricated.Developing concept studies and designs.

There is also an opportunity to develop project management skills, including:

Assisting Project Managers with day-to-day management of project execution, deliverables, quality, schedule, contracts, subcontracts, proposals, and client interface.Facilitating and executing contract administration responsibilities, including RFIs, submittals, change management, and claim mitigation.Assisting in project reporting for status, risks, schedule, and cost.Enforcing standards and practices.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

 

Required Criteria:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program.Minimum of 7 years of related mechanical design experience.Knowledge of mechanical design principles, standards, and codes.Expert software and computer skills, including AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D rendering programs, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills.Profession Engineering license.

Preferred Criteria:

Data center or telecommunication facility experience.Knowledge of critical facility electrical design.Ability to write specifications for mechanical equipment, devices, and materials.Familiarity with other building systems and coordination with those systems and components. Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

 

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life BalanceHealth Plans: Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Accident InsuranceDisability CoverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Back-Up DaycareFSA & HSA401(k)Pre-Tax Commuter AccountMerit Scholarship ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramCorporate Charitable Giving ProgramTuition AssistanceFirst Professional Licensure BonusEmployee Referral BonusPaid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)Paid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Parental LeavePaid Bereavement LeaveFlexible Work Arrangements Compensation Range $95,840.00 - $147,870.00 Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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