Mechanical Data Center Design Engineer

NO C2C. W2 ONLY. MUST WORK ONSITE 3 DAYS A WEEK IN CHARLOTTE, NC. TEKsystems is currently looking for a Data Center Infrastructure Design Engineer to support the design, optimization, expansion, and long-term capacity planning of mission-critical data center environments. This role focuses on the physical infrastructure that powers and cools the data center, including electrical distribution systems, mechanical cooling systems, capacity planning, resiliency engineering, liquid cooling initiatives, and infrastructure modernization projects. The ideal candidate will have experience designing and optimizing critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure, developing long-term capacity strategies, reviewing engineering designs, and supporting next-generation data center deployments. This is not an IT operations role. We are seeking engineers who design and plan the infrastructure behind the data center, not engineers whose primary responsibility is supporting servers, storage, networking, or cloud platforms.Design and optimize mission-critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure supporting data center operations.Develop long-term power, cooling, and space capacity plans to support future growth and infrastructure demand.Support data center expansion, upgrade, retrofit, and modernization initiatives.Evaluate and improve infrastructure resiliency, redundancy, and operational efficiency.Design and support liquid cooling solutions and associated piping and cooling infrastructure within data center environments.Review engineering drawings, design packages, one-line diagrams, specifications, and technical documentation.Perform infrastructure analysis to identify risks, constraints, and opportunities for optimization.Support commissioning, integrated systems testing, and infrastructure validation efforts.Conduct root cause analysis of critical infrastructure issues and develop corrective engineering solutions.Partner with facilities engineering, construction teams, utilities, vendors, commissioning teams, and critical systems stakeholders throughout project lifecycles.Utilize operational data, telemetry, and engineering metrics to improve infrastructure performance, reliability, and efficiency.Top Skills DetailsData center, Data center migration, Infrastructure, HVACAdditional Skills & QualificationsIdeal experience:Data Center Design EngineerData Center Infrastructure EngineerMission Critical EngineerCritical Facilities Design EngineerElectrical Design EngineerMechanical Design EngineerData Center Capacity Planning EngineerInfrastructure Planning EngineerData Center Consulting EngineerJob Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Charlotte, NC.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60.53 - $60.53/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Charlotte,NC.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.About TEKsystemsWe're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.Job SummaryJob number: JP-006230551Profession: Architect