Associate Mechanical Engineer

Technical Contributor

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This individual will support the engineering team on Aligned's technical topics and matters and will work directly with the internal and external design teams to ensure technical compliance. As a technical contributor, this individual will play a crucial role in a wide variety of responsibilities ranging from early-stage design direction, to validating installed conditions, to yearly site assessments, and evaluating next level technologies. Working cross functionally, this individual will raise Aligned's technical capabilities and enhance performance across multiple work streams.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design:
• Co-author, maintain, and update mechanical technical standards.
• Execute graphical updates to technical standards documentation using Autodesk Revit.
• Co-review engineering drawings against technical standards at every phase of design to catch discrepancies early.
• Support the engineer of record by communicating equipment data, cross-project lessons learned, and Aligned's design preferences.
• Assist content preparation and presentation material to achieve business approvals.
• Support conceptual/directional design decisions at inception.
• Review and support for major HVAC equipment product performance and operations.
• Execution:
• Review and support for commissioning scripts and activities.
• Review and support for critical MOP's.
• Review and support site observation reports.
• Assist with technical investigations and real-world problem solving.
• Reliability:
• Provide engineering troubleshooting support to operations teams for system design intent, site performance shortfalls, failures, and issue resolution.
• Translate mechanical concepts clearly to non-technical partners and a cross discipline.
• Forward vision:
• Involvement within industry and vendor interaction to be aware of industry leading technologies.
• Collaborate with customer technical needs to ensure Aligned is aware and keeping pace with industry technical developments.
• Complete technical review and validation of new technologies.
• Technical understanding and evaluation of sustainable practices.
• Grow understanding of closed loop chilled water plants.
• Grow understanding of liquid to chip and air-cooled data halls.
• Grow understanding of CFD modeling and analysis.
• Grow understanding of building code requirements and industry best practice HVAC design.
• Communications:
• Participation in discussions, written and verbal, with all of Aligned's team members.
• Individual should be able to communicate complex topics to work groups of varying technical experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 2 + years of experience in data center or mission critical electrical and mechanical design, construction, and operations
• EIT certification or FE test plan required
• AutoCAD or Revit experience
• Experience with interpreting construction drawings and equipment specifications
• Ability to understand construction project scopes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• May travel at times up to 25%

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience troubleshooting technical problems during startup and commissioning
• Background in performing and analyzing buildings using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) models
• Professional Engineer (PE) license eligible

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

Aligned Data Centers is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. Eligible employees have access to:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA with employer contribution for eligible participants. FSA's offered for health and dependent care to increase tax savings.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Company-Sponsored Insurance: Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (with medical election)
• Optional Benefits: Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage