At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand.

We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Lead to join our growing Canadian Data Center team.This individual will lead the mechanical design and delivery of hyperscale, colocation, and mission-critical facilities throughout Canada, North America, and globally. The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader, client advisor, mentor, and project contributor, helping to expand AECOM's rapidly growing Data Center practice. This position can be performed remotely from anywhere in Canada, with periodic travel required for client meetings, project milestones, site visits, commissioning activities, and team collaboration events.Lead mechanical engineering design for hyperscale and mission-critical data center facilities.Act as the primary mechanical engineering contact for clients and project stakeholders.Develop and maintain strong client relationships while understanding project objectives and business requirements.Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate mechanical, electrical, structural, civil, architectural, and specialty engineering disciplines.Design and oversee mechanical systems including HVAC, chilled water, condenser water, plumbing, fire protection, and heat rejection systems.Develop basis-of-design reports, design criteria, engineering calculations, specifications, and technical documentation.Perform cooling load analyses, airflow studies, capacity planning, energy modeling, and thermal performance assessments.Ensure compliance with applicable Canadian codes, standards, CSA requirements, National Building Code requirements, and provincial regulations.Review and approve engineering deliverables and technical submissions.Ensure projects are delivered within scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations.Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, startup,



and turnover phases.Respond to RFIs, review shop drawings, and resolve field design issues.Evaluate emerging cooling technologies and recommend solutions that improve efficiency, reliability, sustainability, and operational performance.Support business development activities, client pursuits, proposal preparation, interviews, and technical presentations.Mentor and develop junior and intermediate mechanical engineers and designers.Drive technical excellence, quality, innovation, and continuous improvement across projects.Additional Assets Experience with energy modeling, CFD studies, and thermal analysis.Knowledge of building automation systems (BAS), controls integration, and analytics platforms.International data center project experience.Demonstrated success mentoring and developing high-performing technical teams.Work on some of the world's most advanced hyperscale and mission-critical projects.Collaborate with leading data center specialists across a global network.Help establish and grow AECOM's Canadian Data Center practice.Lead innovative projects for global cloud, technology, and colocation clients.Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a collaborative team environment.Contribute to the future of Canada's digital infrastructure and data center industry.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.Minimum 8 (eight) years of progressive mechanical engineering experience.Strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, plumbing, and fire protection system design.Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering design projects.Experience with BIM and digital design platforms.Preferred Qualifications15+ years of mechanical engineering experience.5 years of experience supporting data center, mission-critical, or critical facility projects.Extensive hyperscale, colocation, or mission-critical facility experience.Experience serving as Engineer of Record on large-scale engineering projects.Experience designing large chilled water plants and campus-scale cooling infrastructure.Experience with commissioning, integrated systems testing, and startup support.Strong knowledge of Canadian building codes, CSA standards, and industry best practices.Experience with Revit,



Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), BIM 360, and other digital delivery platforms.Design-build project delivery experience.Strong business development and client account management experience.Demonstrated success leading client relationships on large and complex projects.Experience supporting projects across multiple provinces and jurisdictions.Remote work arrangement available anywhere in Canada.Periodic travel is required for client meetings, commissioning activities, project reviews, site visits, and business development initiatives.Relocation assistance may be available in select circumstances.We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.Depending on your employment status, AECOM perks may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D;, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings.

Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact.

Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role.

DCSStrategic Business Unit: CAD 145000 - CAD 195000 - yearly #

📌 Mechanical Engineering Lead, Data Centers (Winnipeg)
🏢 AECOM
📍 Winnipeg