Vice President – Mechanical Engineering Design

Role Overview

• Develop and implement mechanical engineering design strategies that support T5’s business goals and construction operations.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align mechanical design standards with overall project delivery objectives.
• Drive innovation in mechanical systems design, energy efficiency, and operational performance.
• Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of mechanical engineering design activities across all projects.
• Ensure mechanical systems meet performance, reliability, scalability, and sustainability requirements for mission‑critical data centers.
• Review and approve mechanical design documents, specifications, and calculations.
• Partner with construction, commissioning, and operations teams to ensure mechanical designs support long‑term operational efficiency.
• Monitor design progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain schedule and budget.
• Lead value engineering efforts to optimize cost without compromising reliability or quality.
• Manage internal mechanical engineering staff and external engineering partners.
• Coordinate with HR and the EVP of Construction to recruit, train, and develop mechanical engineering talent.
• Conduct performance reviews and establish KPIs for mechanical engineering excellence.
• Establish and enforce mechanical design standards, quality protocols, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify mechanical system risks and ensure appropriate insurance and risk‑management measures are in place.
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients, engineering firms, equipment vendors, and subcontractors.
• Negotiate mechanical engineering scopes, contracts, and pricing to secure favorable terms.
• Represent mechanical engineering interests in client meetings and project reviews.
• Stay current with emerging mechanical technologies, cooling strategies, and data center design trends.
• Lead initiatives to streamline mechanical design processes, reduce waste, and enhance efficiency.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License (Required).
• 10+ years of Mechanical Design and Engineering experience, required
• Strong operational background within the construction or engineering industry.
• Data Center experience, required
• Experience leading Mission Critical projects (Required).

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities