Datacenter Mechanical Design Engineer

Overview

On Site
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6-12 Mo(s)
100% Travel

Skills

MOS
Attention To Detail
Distribution
Thermal Management
Collaboration
Computer Hardware
Systems Design
Design Documentation
3D Computer Graphics
Billing
Bill Of Materials
Design Review
Product Development
System Requirements
Continuous Improvement
Documentation
Materials Science
Roadmaps
High Performance Computing
HPC
3D CAD
SolidWorks
CATIA
Control Flow Diagram
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Thermal Analysis
Cadence
FEA
Evaluation
CDMS
Electrical Engineering
OCP
Communication
Artificial Intelligence
Data Centers
Management
Rapid Prototyping
Workflow
3D Printing
Testing
Building Information Modeling
Autodesk Revit
Mechanical Engineering
Optimization

Job Details

Title: Datacenter Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Austin, TX
Duration: 6+ Mos CTH



Summary:

Our direct client is seeking a talented and detail-oriented 3D Design Engineer to join our team. This role focuses on designing and assembling 3D components for cutting-edge projects, including server rack systems, liquid cooling infrastructure, and power distribution systems. The position offers the opportunity to develop scalable designs that support innovative data hall-level projects.

A comprehensive understanding of data center systems and familiarity with OCP, EIA, ASHRAE standards are fundamental requirements. Experience in 3D simulation is required, and candidates that have expertise in data-center-specific CFD/FEA and a background in digital-twin development will be strongly preferred.



Key Responsibilities:
  • Own the end-to-end mechanical design of 3D assemblies, including rack structures, cooling manifolds, and fluid connectors, while ensuring the seamless integration of electrical components such as power shelves, busbars, and BBUs.
  • Architect and validate high-performance liquid-cooling systems (e.g., CDMs), optimizing for flow efficiency, thermal performance, and material compatibility.
  • Leverage advanced simulation to validate system performance by developing comprehensive digital-twin models, performing CFD analysis for thermal management, and conducting FEA to ensure structural integrity under operational loads.
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration with hardware, electrical, and facilities teams to achieve a fully integrated and optimized system design.
  • Produce comprehensive design documentation, including detailed 3D models, 2D fabrication drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and simulation reports.
  • Lead the design review process and ensure all mechanical systems adhere to key industry standards (OCP, ASHRAE, EIA) throughout the entire product development lifecycle.
  • Drive rapid prototyping efforts, leveraging 3D printing and other fabrication methods to accelerate design validation.
  • Lead the technical evaluation and selection of critical components and vendors, ensuring alignment with system requirements and quality standards.
  • Champion the continuous improvement of design templates, simulation workflows, and documentation standards to increase team efficiency and accuracy.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on emerging cooling technologies and materials science, helping to shape the technical roadmap for future infrastructure.

Required Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • A minimum of 4 years of professional experience in mechanical design, specifically for data center or high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure.
  • Proficiency with a major 3D CAD platform (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) for designing complex mechanical assemblies.
  • Demonstrated expertise in applying simulation tools to validate designs, including CFD for thermal analysis (e.g., Cadence/Future Facilities) and FEA for structural and thermal stress evaluation.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of data center subsystems, including the design and integration of liquid-cooling loops (CDMs, manifolds, connectors) and high-power electrical components (busbars, power shelves, BBUs).
  • Understanding of relevant industry standards (OCP, ASHRAE, EIA) and a proven ability to incorporate them into design practices.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with a proven ability to lead technical projects and drive alignment across multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • A proven track record of delivering complete mechanical designs for hyperscale or AI-focused data centers, from concept through to deployment.
  • Direct experience developing and utilizing digital-twin models for system-level simulation and analysis.
  • Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping workflows, including 3D printing and thermal validation testing.
  • Experience with BIM/Revit for integrating mechanical designs into large-scale facility models.
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating success in rack-level thermal optimization or the design of modular cooling solutions.

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