[Hiring] Senior Manager, Mechanical & Plumbing Engineer - Data Centers @SB Energy

Role Description

SB Energy is looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to be part of the Data Center team. In this role, you will lead the design development of mechanical and plumbing systems for large-scale, mission-critical data center campuses. You will play a key role in establishing and evolving engineering standards, specifications, and design frameworks that enable scalable, efficient, and cost-effective procurement and delivery across a growing portfolio.

You will also:

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing technical guidance, driving consistency in engineering practices, and supporting the development of high-performing talent across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of mechanical and plumbing engineering standards, specifications, and design guidelines across data center projects.
• Drive innovation and standardization efforts by evaluating new technologies, materials, and vendor solutions to improve performance, reduce cost, and enhance scalability.
• Oversee technical review and approval of equipment submittals, ensuring alignment with company standards and coordination across disciplines.
• Partner with regional design and execution teams to capture lessons learned, evaluate deviations from Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR), and incorporate improvements into future designs.
• Develop and standardize mechanical and plumbing system sequences of operations (SOOs) in coordination with controls and automation teams.
• Lead value engineering efforts, providing recommendations that balance cost, constructability, reliability, and long-term operational performance.
• Create and implement tools, templates, and processes that improve engineering consistency, efficiency, and quality across projects.
• Establish and standardize commissioning requirements and documentation to support successful system startup and turnover.
• Collaborate closely with Operations teams to ensure designs support maintainability, reliability, and lifecycle performance.
• Support company sustainability goals by optimizing mechanical and plumbing system designs for efficiency and resource use.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance on system layouts, infrastructure planning, and integration within complex data center environments.
• Mentor and guide engineers, promoting best practices, technical consistency, and professional development across the team.
• Support cross-functional coordination with architecture, electrical, procurement, construction, and operations stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform additional duties as required to support project and organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) from an accredited institution. PE license preferred.
• 8–12+ years of experience in mechanical engineering design and delivery for data centers, mission-critical, or large-scale industrial/commercial projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in mechanical and plumbing systems, including piping, water distribution, drainage, and supporting infrastructure within complex facilities.
• Proven ability to lead technical efforts, develop engineering standards, and mentor or guide engineering teams.
• Experience working across North American and/or European construction environments.
• Strong understanding of building codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with engineering and design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit/BIM); ability to review and interpret construction documents and models.
• Experience coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders, including design consultants, contractors, procurement, and operations teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to influence decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Location: Redwood City, CA or Denver, CO or San Diego, CA or Remote.
• Base Pay: $160,000-$190,000.

Benefits

• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents).
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays.
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave.
• Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions).
• Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions).
• Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits.
• Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data.
• Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans.
• Device Purchase Support.