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Engineering Manager - MEP Data Centers
Location: U.S. (Hybrid / Major Data Center Hubs)
Salary: Competitive excellent benefits
Are you a talented Engineering Manager looking to work on some of the most inspiring and socially impactful projects in the world?
This is your opportunity to join a globally respected, employee-owned consultancy that blends technical excellence with a deep commitment to shaping a better world.
YOUR NEW ROLE
As Engineering Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering hyperscale data center projects while providing strategic leadership and oversight across multidisciplinary teams. You will be responsible for developing new client relationships and strengthening existing partnerships, working closely with specialists in architecture, sustainability, and digital design to deliver innovative, inclusive, and resilient infrastructure solutions.
YOU WILL
- Lead and manage MEP engineering teams delivering data center projects
- Identify and develop new business opportunities within existing and emerging clients
- Support pursuits, proposals, and interviews for new data center work
- Provide technical oversight across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
- Ensure design quality, innovation, and alignment with mission‑critical standards
- Act as a senior client interface on key accounts
- Maintain and grow long‑term client relationships
- Mentor and develop engineers and technical leaders within the team
- Collaborate with regional and global leadership on strategic growth initiatives
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
- PE Licence
- Data Center Design and leadership experience
- Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or Architectural Engineering or equivalent experience
- Proven experience in building services electrical/mechanical design
- Proficiency in design tools such as Revit, AutoCAD
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Eligibility for Security Clearance
WHY THIS IS A CAREER-DEFINING MOVE
You’ll join a global network of designers, engineers, and consultants delivering projects with real impact. From collaborating with leading hyperscale organisations to supporting emerging AI ventures, your work will help shape a more inclusive, resilient, and equitable built environment.
This team offers:
- A people-first, inclusive culture with a strong sense of purpose
- Opportunities to work on globally recognised, data center projects
- Support for professional development and career progression
- A collaborative environment that values innovation and social impact
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Clear pathway for progression
- Opportunity to work on landmark hyperscale and mission‑critical projects
- Flexible working and strong emphasis on professional growth and collaboration
ABOUT US
Energi People are a privately owned global multi-disciplinary recruitment consultancy, established in 2002.
We are one of the most experienced and successful recruitment consultancies in the built environment & have successfully helped some of the largest and most technically advanced building construction projects across the world be completed by bringing the best technical people in our industry together. We strive to help companies grow & careers flourish.
Salary : $175,000 - $185,000