Senior Plumbing Engineer/Designer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

About the role

AECOM is seeking a Senior Plumbing Engineer/Designer specializing in Hyperscale Data Centers to act as a Data Center Plumbing Lead. The job incumbent will be responsible for designing plumbing systems in large scale data centers. This position could be based anywhere in the US, can be done remotely, with occasional site visits as needed.

This position offers the flexibility of a remote work schedule and can be based from a variety of locations in the US where AECOM has an office

Although the position is primarily remote periodic travel may be required for client meetings, key project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other business‑critical activities. Travel is expected to be occasional and scheduled in advance

AECOM is a leader in the global data center consulting industry with robust teams in the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with our teams around the world on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects for global clients. This is a hands-on, client-facing role with an opportunity for upward career mobility.

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as lead engineer on hyperscale data center projects.
• Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise.
• Approves and signs off on work.
• Collaborates with other engineers and stakeholders to develop specifications and design criteria.
• Provides technical expertise for studies and design efforts.
• Presents complex technical solutions to clients.
• Performs quality control reviews of work developed by others.
• Participates in development of technical proposals.
• Provides estimates for the engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements on large projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 6+ years of experience in building systems engineering, with a primary focus on plumbing system design on large buildings.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit
• Working knowledge of applicable local and national building codes
• Proficient in making engineering calculations, spreadsheets, and report writing
• Must have well-rounded background in plumbing project design and delivery to meet various challenges
• Willing to travel as required.
• Knowledge of sustainable plumbing design and basic LEED building practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD)
• Strong written communication, presentation, and client interface skills

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this role
• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY JANUARY 11, 2026.

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