Data Center Mechanical Engineer, Assistant Consultant

THIS OPPORTUNITY

KEEP THE INTERNET RUNNING AND THE WORLD WORKING! At kW Mission Critical

Engineering, a part of WSP USA, that’s exactly what we do. 

Simply, data centers are buildings that store information technology. These

mission critical facilities must remain operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a

year. Your role is to design the building infrastructure—power and cooling

systems—to make sure that happens. 

Be a part of an engineering team where from day one, you will collaborate and

add value to every project. Gain invaluable experience early in your career. Not

only will you be designing building systems, you’ll interact with all internal

mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and telecommunication

engineers, external design partners like architects and structural engineers,

and equipment vendors for the development of drawings and specifications. Then,

travel to project locations during construction and watch your designs being

built for some of the largest companies in the world. 

Do you want to work on innovative, award-winning projects, travel and see your

designs being built, and enjoy an occasional game of ping-pong, lunch and learn,

or after-hours’ camaraderie? Are you looking for career growth? Join our great

people at our great places designing great projects.

We are currently searching for an Early Career Mechanical Engineer to join our

Herndon, VA office

YOUR IMPACT

* Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing

data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, schematics, data,

technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for

project development, design, and construction.    

* Assist with performing basic professional mechanical engineering work

relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site

conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, usage, and

mechanical systems to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards,

and construction or operating permits.

* Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical

assistance on various design requirements, load calculations, and operating

strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of

equipment and systems according to specifications.  

* Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing basic

technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues.

* Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications

using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebook/logs.

* Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but

are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering

studies and surveys, and construction.

* Complete training on assigned tasks.

* Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds,

resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related

policies and procedures.

* Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. 

WHO YOU ARE

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline.

* 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience.

* Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.

* Familiarity with process and concepts for design/build.  

* Familiarity with relevant mechanical system and construction laws, codes,

regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.

* Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with

others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and

non-engineering audience.

* Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and

prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

* Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a

team to meet business objectives.

* Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software,

spreadsheets, technology, and tools.

* Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, CAM).

* Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by

WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

* Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may

extend beyond the typical workweek.

* Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific

requirements. 

Preferred Qualifications:

* Engineer in Training Certification.

* Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering

discipline.

* A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice

organizations. 

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and

financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include

coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement

savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental

leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance

at naturalization proceedings. 

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $80,000 - $90,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith

believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful

applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to

internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to

ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits

and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s

sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading

engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local

communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors

and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in

the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more

than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our

clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs.

Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical,

dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing

health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their

careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be

essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to

get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National

Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or

other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring

document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has

expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at

hand.  Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or

other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the

right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation

will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing

service.