We are looking for an experienced MEP Project Manager to lead the design, execution, and commissioning of data center infrastructure, with a strong focus on liquid cooling systems and high-density deployments.
This role requires deep expertise in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems along with modern cooling technologies such as direct-to-chip and immersion cooling.
Key Responsibilities
1. MEP Project Execution
- Lead end-to-end execution of data center MEP systems:
- HVAC (CRAC/CRAH, chillers)
- Electrical systems (UPS, transformers, DG)
- Plumbing & fire protection
- Manage installation, testing, and commissioning (ITC)
2. Cooling Systems Leadership
- Manage design & deployment of:
- Liquid cooling (Direct-to-Chip, Rear Door Heat Exchangers)
- Immersion cooling systems
- Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs)
- Ensure integration with traditional air cooling systems
- Optimize for high rack densities (30–100+ kW per rack)
3. Design Coordination
- Work with consultants and design teams on:
- Load calculations & heat load analysis
- Piping & hydraulic design
- Electrical load and redundancy (N+1, 2N)
- Review drawings, BOQs, and technical specifications
4. Vendor & Contractor Management
- Manage MEP contractors, OEMs, and system integrators
- Coordinate with suppliers of:
- Chillers, pumps, CDUs
- Switchgear, UPS, busways
- Ensure adherence to timelines, quality, and safety
5. Commissioning & Handover
- Lead:
- Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
- Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
- Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
- Ensure systems meet Tier standards (I–IV) and uptime requirements
6. Compliance & Standards
- Ensure compliance with:
- ASHRAE TC 9.9 guidelines
- Uptime Institute Tier Standards
- NFPA / local codes
- Maintain documentation and audit readiness
7. Cost & Schedule Control
- Develop and track project schedules (MS Project / Primavera)
- Monitor CAPEX and OPEX for MEP systems
- Drive value engineering initiatives
Required Skills & Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s / Master’s in Mechanical Engineering
Technical Expertise
- Strong experience in:
- Data center HVAC systems (CRAC/CRAH, chillers, cooling towers)
- Electrical infrastructure (UPS, DG, PDU)
- Liquid cooling technologies
- Understanding of:
- Heat transfer & thermodynamics
- High-density rack cooling challenges
Tools & Software
- AutoCAD / Revit (MEP)
- CFD tools (ANSYS Fluent, 6SigmaDC)
- MS Project / Primavera
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
VERTIV BEHAVIORS
• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
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About the TeamSkills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering
- Proven experience managing data center MEP systems (HVAC: CRAC/CRAH, chillers, cooling towers)
- Experience with electrical infrastructure for data centers (UPS, DG, PDU, switchgear, transformers, busways)
- Deep expertise in liquid cooling technologies (direct-to-chip, rear door heat exchangers, immersion cooling) and CDUs
- Experience with load calculations, heat load analysis, piping and hydraulic design
- Commissioning experience including FAT, SAT, Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
- Familiarity with Tier standards (Uptime Institute), ASHRAE TC 9.9 guidelines, and NFPA/local codes
- Proficiency with AutoCAD/Revit (MEP) and CFD tools (ANSYS Fluent, 6SigmaDC)
- Experience developing and tracking project schedules and cost control (MS Project or Primavera)
- Vendor and contractor management experience with OEMs and system integrators
Vertiv Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with standard medical, dental, and vision plans plus wellness and mental-health resources. Core offerings also include disability and life insurance and an Employee Assistance Program.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes paid holidays and PTO typical of large employers, and many U.S. salaried roles feature flexible or "unlimited" PTO approaches. These programs are part of a structured, global total rewards framework.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair at start for many office-based, engineering, and field service roles, and total compensation packages are viewed as stable. In some hourly manufacturing settings, overtime opportunities help boost overall earnings.
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What We Do
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to ensure its customers’ vital applications run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs approximately 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. For more information, and for the latest news and content from Vertiv, visit Vertiv.com.
