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Hypertec is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Engineering (Construction) team in Montreal . If you are motivated, collaborative, and aligned with our values, we would love to hear from you.

We believe that how we work is just as important as what we build. Our values reflect the mindset we bring to everything we do:

• Innovation
• Trust
• Entrepreneurship
• Customer Focus

What You’ll Be Contributing:

• Develop design drawings, specs, and calculations for data center mission-critical mechanical systems including:

• Chilled water plants (air-cooled, water-cooled, or heat-recovery chillers);

• CRAH/CRAC units;

• In-row and containment systems (Hot Aisle Containment);

• Pumping systems, piping and hydronic loops;

• Coordinate pipe sizing, pump head calculations, valve schedules, and equipment selection;

• Interpret CFD analyses for airflow, rack layouts, containment strategies, and thermal management;

• Ensure cooling resilience under partial load, maintenance outages, or failure scenarios;

• Coordinate with electrical engineers for mechanical equipment power requirements for large-scale data center facilities;

• Integrate mechanical systems with BMS and EPMS;

• Participate in vendor design discussions and review drawings and submittals;

• Provide internal support to SCM and prefabrication teams;

• Support commissioning activities.

What Sets You Apart:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field;
• 5–12 years of experience in HVAC, mechanical design, or mission-critical facilities;
• Strong knowledge of ASHRAE, IMC, NFPA, and applicable local codes;
• Understanding of redundancy strategies (N, N+1, 2N, 2N+1);
• Familiarity with EPMS and BMS system architecture;
• Experience with fast-track design-build environments;
• Experience with chilled water and condenser water systems, CRAH/CRAC and mechanical modeling;
• Knowledge of CFD tools or interpreting CFD outputs;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and shifting project priorities.

What’s In it For You:

• Hybrid work model for certain job categories, supported by competitive benefits.
• Comprehensive health benefits that ensure you and your family are covered for a wide range of medical needs.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Employer-matched RRSP Program.
• Paid Floater Days.
• Our head office will soon relocate to a new, state-of-the-art facility in LaSalle, near the Lachine Canal. Designed to set new standards in sustainability, it reflects our commitment to responsible growth and innovation.

Immerse Yourself in the Hypertec Journey: You think you are the right candidate for this role? We can’t wait to meet you! We look beyond the CV to discover real potential. Hit “Apply” and let’s discover it together!

About Hypertec Founded in 1984, Hypertec empowers innovators to push boundaries and lead their industries through transformative technology.

Through our five divisions—High Performance Compute & AI, Data Center Construction, Health, Custom Manufacturing, and Solutions Partner—we help clients turn complex challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth. Trusted by leaders in AI, financial services, media & entertainment, healthcare, and the public sector, we serve clients in over 80 countries.

Recognized globally for innovation and sustainability, including our revolutionary immersion-born servers, we continue to deliver technology that makes a lasting difference.

Learn more at www.hypertec.com

Hypertec is an equal opportunity employer. Hypertec evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status or any other legally protected characteristic.