Controls Engineer

About Us

Motivair by Schneider Electric is a global leader in advanced liquid cooling technologies engineered to meet the toughest thermal challenges of modern computing. Our solutions power high-performance computing, hyperscale data centers, and mission-critical digital infrastructure worldwide. We push technology forward while championing energy efficiency and sustainability.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our New Product Development team. This role involves designing and adapting custom mechanical solutions based on customer specifications, ensuring performance, manufacturability, and quality across our liquid-cooling portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed mechanical design, analysis, verification, and documentation for New Product Development liquid-cooling systems.
• Develop custom configurations and packaging solutions to meet customer performance and installation requirements.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and full BOMs according to company engineering standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external suppliers on component selection and manufacturability.
• Interpret mechanical schematics, specifications, and customer documentation to define engineering requirements.
• Design sheet metal, weldments, plastics, tubing, and mechanical assemblies for new and existing products.
• Support cross-functional efforts with electrical, controls, manufacturing, project management, and quality teams.
• Assist with sustaining engineering, design standardization, and continuous improvement.
• Prioritize workload effectively to meet changing project demands.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5 years or more of mechanical engineering experience in product design or thermal-management systems.
• Expert proficiency with 3D CAD modeling and 2D drawing creation, including GD&T.
• Experience with sheet metal, weldments, plastics, tubing, and mechanical packaging.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, schematics, and industry standards.
• Strong engineering fundamentals and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work in a dynamic environment.

Skills

• Experience with liquid-cooling systems, heat exchangers, pumps, or thermal-management hardware.
• Familiarity with DFM, fabrication processes, and manufacturing methods.
• Knowledge of UL, CE, ASME, ISO, or similar standards.
• Experience with New Product Development or configurable product environments.
• Understanding of Lean or continuous-improvement methodologies.
• Experience with CFD, FEA, or thermal analysis tools.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance with member reward points.
• Benefit Bucks and flexible work arrangements.
• Paid family leaves and well-being programs.
• 12 holidays per year and 15 days of paid time off per year.
• Competitive pay including base salary and short-term incentives.
• Company share ownership and 401(k) with match.
• Performance discussions and global opportunities.
• Access to learning platforms like Coursera and the Schneider Career Hub.
• Volunteer leave and programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation.
• Youth education initiatives and military leave benefits.

Pay

For this U.S.-based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 per year. This range includes base pay and short-term incentives. Individual pay is determined by performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.