CareerPlan

Staff Mechanical Engineer

US - AustinFull-time2026-10-22 → 2026-11-10

Core

Provide technical leadership for mechanical infrastructure supporting advanced machine learning and high-capacity computing environments.

Role type

Staff Mechanical Engineer (Data Center Infrastructure)

Builds

Scalable cooling, airflow, hydronic, piping, and heat-rejection solutions for data center projects

Domain

Data Center Infrastructure / High-Performance Computing

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Mechanical engineering design, HVAC systems, data center mechanical systems, design review, technical direction, commissioning support, multidisciplinary coordination

Preferred skills

Hyperscale data center experience, Professional Engineer license, high-density AI infrastructure knowledge, direct liquid cooling expertise

Technologies

Chillers, pumps, air-handling equipment, ductwork, piping, hydronic systems, building automation

Responsibilities

Own and maintain mechanical design standards and specifications; Review mechanical system builds and technical requirements; Translate AI rack requirements into cooling and heat-rejection solutions; Provide technical direction to external consultants and partners; Coordinate mechanical interfaces with electrical and IT systems; Lead design reviews and resolve technical issues; Support site inspections, commissioning, and operational handover; Guide engineers and assess emerging mechanical technologies

Seniority

Staff, technical leadership & mentorship