Vice President, Mechanical Engineering

Vice President, Mechanical Engineering
At Ehvert Mission Critical, A Salas O’Brien Company we tell our clients that we’re
engineered for impact. This passion for making a diAerence applies just as much to our
team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day:
inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a
sustainable future.
Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on
amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each
member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high
impact career - and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.
About Us:
Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional
services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We
know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design
lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting
services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science
and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as
well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced
robotics, and more.
Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development,
human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing
professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.
Job Summary: We are seeking a Vice President, Mechanical Engineering to join our
growing team. As Vice President, Mechanical Engineering, you will be a senior leader within
our Mission Critical practice, responsible for leading the technical and operational delivery
of mechanical engineering projects for hyperscale, colocation, and AI-powered data
centers. You will oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams, mentor technical leaders,
foster strong client relationships, and ensure the successful execution of complex projects
from concept through construction. This role combines technical excellence, operational
leadership, and business development, helping drive the continued growth and success of
our Mission Critical practice.
Key Responsibilities:
 Represent the firm at industry conferences, client briefings, and stakeholder
meetings as a thought leader in data center mechanical design.
 Lead the delivery of large-scale data center mechanical engineering projects from
concept through construction.
 Oversee the design and performance of complex mechanical systems, including
HVAC, air handling, chilled water systems, cooling towers, boilers, and building
automation and controls.
 Ensure projects are delivered with the highest standards of quality, energy
eAiciency, reliability, sustainability, and compliance with applicable codes and
client requirements.
 Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary engineering teams while supporting
resource planning, technical excellence, and project delivery.
 Coordinate with architects, electrical engineers, structural engineers, contractors,
and other stakeholders to deliver fully integrated designs using BIM and advanced
modeling tools.
 Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, serving as a trusted
technical advisor throughout project delivery.
 Support business development eAorts through client presentations, proposal
development, interviews, and strategic pursuit activities.
 Drive continuous improvement of engineering standards, QA/QC processes, design
methodologies, and best practices across the mechanical engineering team.
 Support strategic planning and operational initiatives that contribute to the
continued growth of the Mission Critical practice.
Qualifications & Experience:
 Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering (Master's preferred).
 Licensed Professional Engineer (PE); multi-state licensure is a plus.
 LEED BD+C accreditation preferred.
 15+ years of mechanical engineering experience with extensive experience in
mission critical or data center projects.
 Proven experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and delivering large,
complex mechanical engineering projects.
 Strong expertise in HVAC, chilled water systems, central utility plants, building
automation, and CFD/energy modeling tools.
 Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Trane Trace, Carrier HAP, and other
industry-standard software.
 Excellent leadership, communication, project management, and client relationship
management skills.
 Demonstrated experience supporting business development, proposals, and client
pursuits within the mission critical sector.
 Willingness to travel regularly to client and project sites.
 Authorization to work in the U.S.
Benefits:
 Unique, cutting-edge data center projects
 Support for PE renewals and LEED credentialing
 Professional development opportunities
 Supportive management and a dynamic team environment 
 Competitive compensation package
 Equity Participation / Ownership Opportunity
Location: Remote
Travel: <50%
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants
for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to
race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran
status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the
disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Qualifications
Education, Certifications
Required
 Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering (Master’s preferred).
 Licensed Professional Engineer (PE);
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