Senior Mechanical Engineer

Microsoft • Redmond, WA

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About The Position

Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO&I) is the team behind the cloud. Within CO&I, the Datacenter Engineering (DCE) team is responsible for delivering core datacenter infrastructure for Microsoft’s cloud business. The Microsoft portfolio consists of complex, multi-disciplinary, large scale, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects. We are looking for a passionate, high-energy individual to help build the cloud datacenters that power the world’s largest online services.
In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day. We are looking for a Datacenter Engineering Senior Mechanical Engineer who will be part of the team responsible for the development of Microsoft’s industry-leading datacenter designs in the AMER region.
This Senior Mechanical Engineer will serve as a leader providing key input to other organizations and internal stakeholders. This position requires a understanding of datacenter HVAC cooling systems, cooling equipment selection, plumbing systems, fire protection systems, fuel systems and mechanical Building Automation System (BAS) controls. Responsibilities will encompass overseeing the specification and drawing development detailing all mechanical systems, and overall network topology and communication protocols required. Leading mechanical workgroups with representatives from AE firms and other key stakeholders within Microsoft. This role requires communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative growth mindset.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, or related field OR Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years related technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years related technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years related technical engineering experience OR Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years related technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years related technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of technical experience designing complex mechanical systems.
• 8+ years of datacenter design experience in a consulting role.
• 6 years as lead designer focused on datacenter projects.
• Experience with designing cooling systems for liquid-cooled IT hardware.
• Experience designing mechanical HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, fuel oil, and complex sequences of operations for mechanical systems for implementation in building automation systems.
• Ability to lead a team of engineers in advanced engineering and operational processes and procedures as they relate to hyperscale datacenter environments.
• Understanding of commercial and industrial architecture and engineering with a primary focus on datacenter design.
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations.
• Ability to prepare and present using MS Office software packages
• Able to travel domestically and internationally

Responsibilities

• Understanding of datacenter HVAC cooling systems, cooling equipment selection, plumbing systems, fire protection systems, fuel systems and mechanical Building Automation System (BAS) controls.
• Direct design decisions related to datacenter projects including new construction, expansions, retrofits, and upgrades. Review construction drawings, specifications, design guides/standards, sequences of operation, and commissioning documents for technical compliance.
• Engage with and manage external design consultants and run design workshops and workgroups to ensure they deliver a design from Basis of Design (BOD) to Issue for Construction (IFC) and through the Construction Administration phase of the datacenter to our Microsoft design standards.
• Collaborate with Global Technical Governance team, Global Strategy team, and DCE Operations team to develop datacenter designs, first of kind pilots and prototypes, and maintain the design standard documents (drawings, specifications, equipment technical submittals, etc.) to safe, cost effective, quality builds.
• Lead the delivery of mechanical system design for first-of-kind datacenter prototypes.
• The position will require some travel to sites for “Factory Witness Testing”, equipment and engineering vendor interaction in the design process, as well as final commissioning of the installed systems. Travel to datacenter projects for engineering audits and reviews are also required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees