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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

Los Angeles, CA, usRemoteFull-time2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Designing and optimizing heat rejection, HVAC, and cooling systems for data centers, including CFD analysis, load calculations, and redundancy planning.

Role type

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Data Center HVAC)

Builds

Data center cooling infrastructure and HVAC systems

Domain

Data Center / Mechanical Engineering

Required skills

HVAC system design, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis, heat load calculation, cooling system selection, energy efficiency strategies, air quality management, system redundancy design

Preferred skills

Master's degree in HVAC/Energy Management, Uptime Institute TER Standard knowledge, TIA 942/ANSI/BICSI 002 standards, CEM/BEMP/LEED certifications

Technologies

CRAH, CRAC, DX systems, Fan wall units, Variable speed drives, Economizers, UPS systems

Responsibilities

Designing heat rejection and HVAC systems tailored for data center cooling requirements; Conducting internal and external CFD simulations to optimize airflow and identify hotspots; Performing heat load calculations and capacity planning for future expansions; Designing redundant and fault-tolerant cooling systems; Implementing energy-efficient design strategies; Coordinating with electrical engineers on critical infrastructure integration

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC