Description

Engineering Manager (Mechanical)

• Department: Engineering & Consulting, NAM
• Reports To: Director of Engineering & Consulting, NAM
• Location: Remote; Preferred Locations: Metros of Seattle, Bay Area, Phoenix, Chicago, New York
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Travel: Approximately 25%
• Compensation: Base Salary $150,000 - $220,000; + Additional Discretionary Bonus.
  • (Pay range dependent on residence location as well as level of experience)
     

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• 6% Contribution to 401k plan
• Company paid health, dental, and vision insurance monthly premiums
• Work remote stipend
• Generous PTO policy, in line with local norms
   

About Northshore

Northshore is a global, sustainability-driven engineering and consulting firm focused on the data center industry. Guided by specialized expertise and powered by our proprietary technology platform, Seastack, we help clients make smarter, data-driven decisions that deliver measurable progress. Our team of engineers, project managers, data scientists, and sustainability experts brings diverse perspectives and deep technical knowledge to every project, integrating sustainability principles from design through operations to create infrastructure that is efficient, resilient, and future proof.

Role Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager (Mechanical) to lead advanced engineering oversight, design reviews, and technical consulting for mission-critical projects nationwide. This is a senior leadership role, requiring 15+ years of mechanical engineering experience with a strong background in airflow & hydronic systems. 

You will be a team leader, guiding both internal and external stakeholders through design, construction, and commissioning. This role is highly visible, client-facing, and requires a blend of technical depth, leadership, and consulting expertise.

Why Join Us

• Lead high-impact projects across major U.S. data center markets (including Phoenix, Los Angeles, Bay Area, Chicago, Seattle, and New York)
• Lead system plant reviews, colocation refreshes, and data center upgrades
• Work on cutting-edge AI | HPC data center projects
• Support some of the world’s largest Data Center companies
• Opportunity to shape building standards and influence the next generation of data center infrastructure
   

What You’ll Do

• Act as owner’s rep, providing direction on engineering and technical designs
• Develop RFPs to be bid by multiple Engineers of Record (EORs) across all project stages (SD through construction)
• Engage with A&E partners in project meetings and peer reviews
• Conduct submittal, RFI, and design reviews
• Provide constructability reviews to support seamless project delivery
• Mentor and develop the technical skills of team members
• Support infrastructure upgrade and equipment end of life replacement projects
• Developing hydronic optimization and designs
• Provide Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Flow Network (FN) technical support on specialized projects
   

Required Qualifications

• B.S./B.E/B.A degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 15+ years in mechanical engineering with a focus on building systems
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mechanical Engineering
• Strong background in airflow & hydronic system design, operations, and optimization
• Mission-critical facility or data center experience
   

Preferred Qualifications

• ASHRAE TC9.9 knowledge and participation
• Liquid cooling best practices
• Controls expertise, including:
  • Strong controls engineering background
  • Ability to provide controls engineering peer reviews
  • Familiarity with backend and networking of BMS system architectures (Schneider EBO, ALC)
  • Experience with DCIM platforms
  • Commissioning experience (both hydronic and airside)
  • Understanding of mechanical engineering systems for achieving high efficiency PUE & WUE
     

Responsibilities

As Engineering Manager at Northshore, you will uphold and embody the company’s core values as you deliver projects with a commitment to excellence, collaboration and forward-thinking as outlined below.

Be Accountable

Facilitate project outcomes aligned with client feedback, financial health, and schedules.
Oversee financial accountability for project work to drive profitability.
 

Collaboration

Maintain professional communication with vendors, clients, and stakeholders to drive project success.
 

Lead by Example

Provide guidance and mentorship to develop team members’ technical expertise and leadership capabilities.
Align team strategies with organizational goals to maintain focus and productivity.
 

Customer Obsession

Develop, maintain and improve upon strong client relationships by understanding and aligning with their goals and motivations.
Identify opportunities to expand service offerings within existing programs to enhance client success.
 

Future Thinking

Attend and participate in industry events to stay updated on trends and innovations in the data center industry.
Apply lessons learned and align with emerging market needs to improve and grow project delivery.
 

Intentional

Ensure all meetings and communications are purposeful, with clear agendas and actionable objectives.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• B.S./B.E/B.A degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 15+ years in mechanical engineering with a focus on building systems
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mechanical Engineering
• Strong background in airflow & hydronic system design, operations, and optimization
• Mission-critical facility or data center experience