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Data Center Project Manager, Mechanical

Apple

Location

Maiden, NC, Mesa, AZ, Prineville, OR, Sparks, NV, Waukee, IA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/21/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

The Data Center Project Manager, Mechanical will oversee the full lifecycle of mechanical systems for data center construction projects at Apple. This role is part of the Global Design and Construction team, which is responsible for delivering mission-critical data center projects. The position requires strong construction project management skills and hands-on mechanical oversight experience. The manager will work closely with design partners, contractors, and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of experience focused on hyperscale or large-scale colocation data center construction and commissioning.
  • Demonstrated experience managing the mechanical equipment procurement lifecycle including bid leveling and PO issuance.
  • Hands-on experience developing and executing Commissioning (Cx) Plans and schedules for mechanical systems.
  • Working knowledge of data center cooling infrastructure and BMS controls systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction documents including mechanical plans and P&IDs.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or equivalent.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the full mechanical equipment lifecycle from bid leveling through just-in-time delivery.
  • Ensure the successful delivery of all mechanical systems for data center construction projects.
  • Drive project success from planning to closeout in collaboration with design partners and contractors.
  • Oversee and coordinate TAB activities and reporting in accordance with industry standards.
  • Develop and execute commissioning checklists for mechanical and BMS controls systems.
  • Ensure alignment with project objectives and program standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Benefits

  • Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Apple Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

1,065

FY2026

Approval rate

99.0%

FY2026

LCA certified

9,221

FY2026

Entry-level share

5.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+30%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-35%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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