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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Data Centers

Olsson · Irvine · United States

$132,000–$180,000 per yearMechanical Engineer

Posted: 9/3/2026 · Last checked: 10/12/2026

Job description

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Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will work directly with some of the world’s largest technology companies and other mission-critical clients. You will serve as a mechanical engineer on projects, design calculations, write technical reports, and prepare documents. Experience in the Data Center industry is preferred. You will also coordinate with other Olsson teams, professional staff, technical staff, and clients. 

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

  • Working collaboratively with others.
  • Having ownership in the work you do.
  • Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

  • Strong communication skills
  • Project Management experience preferred
  • Ability to contribute and work well on a team
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
  • 10 - 15+ years of mechanical engineering experience
  • Revit experience preferred
  • Central utility experience preferred
  • Data Center experience preferred 
  • Licensed PE
  • Ability to be a self-starter to take on a variety of tasks to best serve the client and their project work
  • Investigation and troubleshooting of problems to find solutions
 
 

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Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

California Pay Range
$132,000—$180,000 USD

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

  • Receive a competitive 401(k) match
  • Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
  • Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
  • Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
  • Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

 

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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