Senior Mechanical Engineer ( PE Licensed ) ( Hybrid )

 

SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER (PE LICENSED)

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time | INDUSTRY: Engineering | Construction | Critical Facilities | Data Centers | AI Infrastructure

REPORTS TO: VP of Engineering

Lead the future of AI, HPC, and mission-critical infrastructure while working on some of the industry’s most advanced engineering and data center projects.

Are you someone who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges, designing high-performance mechanical systems, and delivering innovative technical solutions? Do you enjoy working on mission-critical projects that support advanced AI, HPC, and data center environments?

INTUVA by PTS Data Center Solutions, Inc is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, coordination, and delivery of mechanical systems for highly complex infrastructure and mission-critical projects.

You will be responsible for leading mechanical design efforts, collaborating across disciplines, supporting clients, and ensuring projects are executed with precision, compliance, and operational excellence. This position requires a disciplined, detail-oriented engineering professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of deliverables, and consistently produces high-quality work.

At PTS Data Center Solutions and INTUVA, you will work alongside industry leaders on advanced mission-critical infrastructure projects across North America. This is an opportunity to apply your engineering expertise, leadership, and technical judgment on projects that shape the future of technology while contributing to a growing organization built on innovation, accountability, and teamwork.

This position is designed for an experienced client-facing engineer capable of leading complex mechanical engineering efforts for mission-critical facilities, AI infrastructure, high-density cooling systems, and advanced technology environments. Candidates with consulting engineering, design-build, or mission-critical project experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Become a key contributor to a growing organization where innovation, accountability, and teamwork drive success.

Essential Duties May Include

• Lead the design and coordination of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, chilled water, hot water, steam, and controls systems for mission-critical, data center, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR), providing signed and sealed engineering documents while ensuring all deliverables meet project specifications, budgets, schedules, and applicable code requirements.
• Perform engineering calculations, equipment selections, load analysis, and system evaluations to deliver reliable, energy-efficient, and constructible engineering solutions.
• Coordinate closely with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and construction teams throughout design, construction, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Participate in multidisciplinary coordination meetings, integrated design reviews, technical presentations, proposals, and client-facing discussions to support successful project delivery and business development efforts.
• Mentor and support junior engineers while promoting technical excellence, collaboration, accountability, and adherence to engineering standards and company processes.
• Maintain organized and accurate engineering documentation while ensuring all work is reviewed for accuracy, quality, consistency, and operational excellence.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed

• Highly analytical and technically skilled engineer with strong communication abilities and commitment to engineering excellence.
• Disciplined, accountable, and collaborative professional who takes ownership of deliverables.
• Strong leadership capabilities and client-focused mindset.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Solution-oriented and professional approach in fast-paced environments.

What Success Looks Like

• Detail-Oriented & Analytical: Produces accurate, code-compliant engineering designs and technical solutions.
• Dependable & Accountable: Takes ownership of projects and consistently delivers high-quality work on schedule.
• Collaborative & Professional: Communicates effectively and works closely with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal teams.
• Innovative & Solution-Oriented: Solves complex engineering challenges while identifying opportunities to improve system performance and reliability.
• Leadership Focused: Supports technical excellence through mentorship, teamwork, and strong engineering judgment.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) (Required).
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) License in at least one U.S. state (Required).
• Ability to sign and seal engineering drawings and documents (Required).
• NCEES Record in good standing preferred and strongly valued.
• Multi-state PE registrations highly preferred.
• 7+ years of mechanical design experience across a range of building types or mission-critical facilities.
• Expertise in ASHRAE standards, IMC, NFPA, and other applicable codes and standards.
• Proficiency with design and modeling tools (AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Trace 700, Energy Plus, or similar).
• Strong client communication skills — ability to translate technical details into actionable solutions.
• Proven experience leading projects independently.
• Experience reviewing construction documents, RFIs, and submittals.
• Strong understanding of engineering coordination and construction processes.

Preferred

• Experience with data centers, mission-critical, industrial, or high-performance facility environments.
• Experience supporting AI, HPC, or high-density cooling infrastructure projects.
• Construction administration experience including RFIs, submittal reviews, and field coordination.
• Experience with commissioning, energy optimization, and fast-track/design-build project delivery environments.

About Us

INTUVA by PTS Data Center Solutions, Inc. is a leader in designing, building, and supporting mission-critical infrastructure and technologies. Since 1998, PTS has evolved into a multi-division organization delivering services across data centers, energy, IT, cybersecurity, and advanced data services.

Our teams support some of the world’s most demanding environments where uptime, reliability, innovation, and operational performance are critical. We specialize in engineering-driven solutions for mission-critical facilities, data centers, advanced energy systems, and next-generation infrastructure.

At PTS and across its divisions, we are guided by core values of accountability, integrity, leadership, and continuous improvement, and we are committed to building long-term relationships with our employees, clients, and partners.

We are building a team of professionals who are passionate about engineering excellence, problem-solving, innovation, and delivering meaningful results.

Schedule & Flexibility

This is a hybrid role based in Oakland, NJ. This position requires a high degree of flexibility. Candidates must be willing to adjust work hours as needed, including supporting project deadlines, commissioning activities, travel, client meetings, and changing project priorities. Travel is required depending on project assignments and client needs.

Salary

$145,000 – $190,000

• Performance-based bonuses available.
• Medical
• Dental / Vision
• 401K plus matching
• FSA

Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 5 - 10 years
Salary: $145,000 - $190,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: Yes