Senior Mechanical Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering

Position Overview

As the Senior Mechanical Engineer you will be responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge mechanical systems in highly efficient, scalable, and sustainable data centers. This role involves working with cross-functional teams to ensure best-in-class mechanical systems that support massive cloud operations across multiple regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage internal and external data center design engineering teams
• Lead the design and development of mechanical systems for large-scale data centers, including HVAC, cooling, chiller plants, rack-based cooling, and fire protection systems
• Provide mechanical design oversight throughout the project lifecycle, from concept to commissioning, ensuring all systems are energy-efficient and meet performance standards
• Develop innovative cooling solutions that reduce water and energy consumption and operational costs while maintaining high availability and reliability
• Drive sustainability initiatives, such as water conservation and heat reuse
• Manage large-scale, multi-site projects across global regions, ensuring the on-time delivery of mechanical engineering systems and solutions
• Collaborate with electrical engineering, structural engineering, network, controls, and operations teams to integrate mechanical systems with other data center components
• Work closely with vendors and contractors to ensure all mechanical systems meet quality, safety, and operational standards, as well as company specifications
• Act as the main point of contact for all mechanical systems-related decisions and collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders
• Ensure all mechanical designs and systems comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including ASHRAE standards as required by customers, building codes, and environmental requirements
• Assess and mitigate risks related to mechanical system failures, thermal performance, and energy consumption, with a focus on minimizing downtime
• Lead root-cause analysis and provide technical solutions for any system failures or incidents to improve future design resilience
• Stay at the forefront of industry trends and innovations in data center mechanical engineering, with a focus on energy efficiency and future scalability
• Mentor and lead junior and mid-level mechanical engineers, ensuring team development and promoting a culture of continuous learning
• Oversee technical troubleshooting and optimization of existing mechanical systems to enhance performance and reduce energy consumption
• Develop and refine mechanical design standards and guidelines to ensure consistent and efficient mechanical systems across all data centers

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Building Services engineering or a related field (master’s or Ph.D. preferred)
• Experience: 8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 5 years focused on data center design and operations
• Software: Extensive experience with mechanical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, CFD, etc.) and proficiency in tools for modeling and analyzing thermal and fluid dynamics
• Expertise: Expertise in sustainability, energy efficiency, and cost-saving measures related to data center mechanical systems
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable strategies for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Stakeholder Management: Strong ability to influence and manage key stakeholders across engineering, product, and operations teams
• Analysis: Demonstrated success in analyzing program data, defining KPIs, and reporting on success metrics

Preferred Qualifications

• Licenses: Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience: Experience working in global data center projects, navigating region-specific regulations and environmental conditions
• Hyperscaler: Familiarity with AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, and Meta cloud providers’ data center requirements
• Cloud Certifications: Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Fundamentals, etc.)
• Global Experience: Experience leading product launches in global markets, including knowledge of international land, energy and/or data center regulations and compliance
• Technical Background: A strong technical understanding of cloud services, networking, and software development lifecycles