Category Manager, Mechanical
Core
Own the data center mechanical category (CDUs, chillers, pumps, dry coolers, piping) for liquid-cooled AI compute builds.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Mechanical)
Builds
Data center infrastructure for AI compute clusters
Domain
Data Center Infrastructure / AI Compute Hardware
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Sourcing major mechanical equipment, negotiating multi-year supply agreements, dual-sourcing platforms, managing factory schedules, liquid cooling equipment knowledge
Preferred skills
Direct-to-chip liquid cooling, modular skid packages, factory acceptance testing, refrigerant and coolant markets
Technologies
CDUs, chillers, pumps, dry coolers, piping packages
Responsibilities
Negotiate supply agreements with mechanical OEMs covering price, lead time, and factory capacity; Dual-source CDU and chiller platforms and drive qualification work; Coordinate with manufacturing and design to freeze equipment specs early; Manage factory schedules and witness points to ensure delivery dates are met
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
