Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO&I) is the team behind the cloud.  Within CO&I, the Datacenter Engineering (DCE) team is responsible for delivering core datacenter infrastructure for Microsoft’s cloud business. The MS portfolio consists of complex, multi-disciplinary, large scale, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects. We are looking for a passionate, high-energy individual to help build the cloud datacenters that power the world’s largest online services.  This role is located either in one or all hub locations - Atlanta, GA, Washington, D.C., Redmond, WA, San Antonio, TX or Phoenix, AZ. Relocation support will be provided, and successful candidates will need to relocate or reside within 50 miles of the hub office location. This role is eligible for hybrid or remote work, up to (50)%. In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day. **Responsibilities** This Datacenter Engineering Principal Mechanical Engineer Manager – AMER professional will serve as a AMER East/LATAM Team manager and Subject Matter Expert providing key input to other organizations and internal stakeholders. This position requires a detailed understanding of datacenter HVAC cooling systems, cooling equipment selection, plumbing systems, fire protection systems, fuel systems and Mechanical Building Automation System (BAS) controls. Responsibilities will encompass overseeing a team of 4-5 Mechanical SMEs and in addition, the specification and drawing development detailing all mechanical systems, and overall network topology and communication protocols required. Leading mechanical workgroups with representatives from AE firms and other key stakeholders within Microsoft. The position requires travel to sites, to “Factory Witness Testing”, vendor interaction in the design process, as well as final commissioning of the installed systems.  **Core Responsibilities:** + Making design decisions related to datacenter projects including new construction, expansions, retrofits and upgrades and standards upgrades. + Engaging with and managing external design consultants, running design workshops to ensure they deliver a design to meet the requirements of the Basis of Design (BOD). + Collaboration with Global Technical Governance team, Global Strategy team and DC Operations teams to develop datacenter designs from Basis of Design (BOD) to Issue for Construction (IFC) and through the Construction Administration phase of the datacenter until handover. + Leading the delivery of mechanical system design for first-of-kind datacenter prototypes. + Possess exceptional communication, organization, and leadership skills. + Must be able to work with other technical and non-technical groups in a fast-paced environment and do so with an even temperament and a results-oriented collaborative manner.  + Must be a person of integrity, be methodical and detailed-oriented with a strong work ethic.  **Qualifications** **Required/Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years related technical engineering experience + OR Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years related technical engineering experience + OR Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years related technical engineering experience + OR equivalent experience. + 1+ year(s) people management experience. **Other Requirements:** + This position requires verification of citizenship due to citizenship-based legal restrictions. Specifically, this position supports United States federal, state, and/or localgovernment agency customers and is subject to certain citizenship-based restrictions where required or permitted by applicable law. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate’s citizenship will be verified with a validpassport. In addition to the qualifications listed above, additional **preferred qualifications** include: + Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 12+ years related technical engineering experience + OR Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years related technical engineering experience + OR Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years related technical engineering experience + OR equivalent experience. + 3+ years people management experience. The ideal candidate will be a senior Mechanical Engineer with expertise in datacenter mechanical systems. The successful candidate will be a team player able to support a multi-disciplined group designing Microsoft Datacenters globally. Candidates must have an in-depth understanding of datacenter cooling technologies, large cooling plant and distribution system design, and detailed knowledge of PUE and WUE models. Mechanical Engineering M5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $137,600 - $267,000 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $180,400 - $294,000 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay Microsoft will accept applications for the role until February 13, 2025 \#EPCcareers \#COICareers Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. 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