Senior Mechanical Engineer - Owner's Representative - Data Center
Olsson· Engineering & Construction Design· Jul 14, 2026 · 4mo agoPosted 105 days ago
Lincoln, NE
In office
Full-time
Senior
$137K–$186K est.
10+ years exp
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Open since July 14, 2026 — 105 days, and still accepting applications.
Job description
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 - Owner's Representative , you will provide on-site technical leadership for large-scale data center projects in Lincoln, Nebraska . Serving as the owner's engineering representative, you will work closely with design consultants, contractors, commissioning teams, and project stakeholders to ensure mechanical systems are designed, installed, tested, and turned over in accordance with project requirements.
Responsibilities include reviewing mechanical designs and submittals, conducting field inspections, supporting constructability reviews, resolving technical issues, evaluating RFIs and change orders. This role requires a strong field presence and the ability to ensure quality, reliability, and operational readiness throughout the project lifecycle.
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:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
10+ years of experience supporting large commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data center projects
Strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, cooling systems, piping, and related mechanical infrastructure
Experience reviewing designs, submittals, RFIs, and change orders
Strong communication, problem-solving, and technical leadership skills
Data center or mission-critical facility experience preferred
Location Requirement
Full-time, on-site in Lincoln, Nebraska .
#LI-DD1 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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