Lead Engineer, Cooling Lab & Modeling
Aligned Data Centers · Phoenix, AZ · 4 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time
Core Responsibilities
- Direct the daily operations, safety protocols, and mechanical configuration of the Advanced Cooling Lab.
- Design and execute rigorous physical test plans for emerging data center cooling hardware and technologies.
- Lead the development, tuning, and execution of virtual simulation environments using tools like HFSS.
- Utilize real-world telemetry data and empirical lab results to calibrate predictive thermal and fluid dynamic models.
- Partner with the Platform Delivery and Site Operations teams to reactively test proposed system modifications stemming from Incident RCAs.
- Proactively conduct R&D on new cooling methodologies to maintain Aligned's market leadership.
- Serve as the definitive technical face of the Advanced Cooling Lab during strategic customer visits.
- Lead live demonstrations and clearly articulate complex thermodynamic concepts, system resilience, and validation methodologies to existing and prospective hyperscale clients.
Required Qualifications
- Advanced degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Sciences, or a closely related physical science discipline.
- Deep, specialized foundational knowledge of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and complex mechanical cooling systems (e.g., chiller plants, CDUs, heat exchangers).
- Demonstrated professional or academic experience utilizing advanced system-level modeling and simulation software such as MATLAB/Simulink, Cadence, or equivalent computational platforms.
- Exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills. Proven ability to translate highly technical modeling data into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences, ranging from field technicians to C-suite executives and external enterprise clients.
Benefits
- Bonuses and incentives based on performance and company success.
- Generous 401(k) match with immediate vesting.
- Free membership to Gympass, providing rich health and wellness benefits.
- Competitive time off plan.
- Employee and community engagement programs.
Pay
Salary range: $120,000 - $150,000 annually.
Schedule
Full-time position.