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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Mechanical Engineer - **Company:** DC Blox Inc. - **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Data Centers, Performance Tuning, Systems Integration, Value Engineering, High Performance Computing, Performance Testing - **Published:** May 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e8aea8aca5a41a4b ## About the Role Do you have a valid Professional Engineer license?, Do you have experience in Mechanical knowledge?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering?, * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master's preferred). * 10-15+ years of experience in mechanical engineering within data centers or mission-critical facilities. * Deep expertise in: * + Hydronic systems (chilled water, condenser water, pumping, distribution) + Direct-to-chip liquid cooling and CDU systems + Central utility plants and cooling infrastructure + Air Management and CFD modeling * Strong understanding of HVAC systems (CRAHs, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers). * Experience developing OPR, BoD, and design standards and guide specifications. * Proven ability to review construction documents, submittals, and commissioning processes. * Knowledge of ASHRAE standards, building codes, and mission-critical redundancy design. Preferred Qualifications: * Professional Engineer (PE) license. * Experience supporting AI/HPC or high-density environments. * Proficiency with CFD modeling and thermal analysis tools. * Working knowledge of BAS, PLCs, and controls integration as applied to data center mechanical systems. * Experience with modular/prefabricated data center delivery models. * Exposure to global or multi-site deployments. ## Description The Mechanical Engineer, will lead the development, standardization, and deployment of advanced cooling systems across a data center platform. This role serves as the mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for next-generation thermal solutions, with a focus on hydronic system design and direct-to-chip liquid cooling to support high-density AI and HPC workloads. The position operates at both strategic and execution levels-defining design standards while partnering with development, construction, commissioning, and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong cross-functional leadership, and a forward-looking approach to scalable, efficient, and sustainable infrastructure. Essential Duties: Strategic Leadership & Innovation * Define and evolve cooling system architectures across air-cooled, liquid-cooled, and hybrid data center environments. * Lead development of hydronic system strategies supporting direct-to-chip cooling, including CDU integration, secondary TCS loop design, and rack-level heat rejection. * Establish and maintain mechanical design standards, including redundancy models, system topologies, and equipment selections. * Drive innovation in AI/HPC-ready infrastructure, including liquid-to-chip, immersion cooling, and high-density thermal management solutions. * Develop and guide thermal performance modeling practices, including CFD, co-simulation modeling, load profiling, and optimization tied to PUE, WUE, and dynamic workloads. * Support sustainability initiatives related to water usage, refrigerant strategy, and lifecycle optimization. Design Engineering & Standards Development * Create and maintain Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) and Basis of Design (BoD) documentation for mechanical systems. * Lead standardization of cooling plant designs, hydronic distribution systems, and mechanical sequences of operation (SOOs). * Conduct technical reviews of: * + CFD and thermal models + Mechanical system redundancy and failure scenarios + Equipment submittals (chillers, pumps, CDUs, CRAHs, heat exchangers) * Evaluate and integrate new technologies, vendors, and products to improve performance, cost, and scalability. * Develop engineering guidelines, templates, and specifications to support rapid and consistent deployment. Project Delivery & Execution Support * Partner with design, construction, and commissioning teams to ensure mechanical systems are executed in alignment with design intent. * Review construction documents, RFIs, and submittals to identify risks and ensure quality delivery. * Support on-site validation and commissioning, including performance testing under load conditions. * Provide technical leadership across the full lifecycle: * + Concept and site due diligence + Detailed design and procurement + Construction and commissioning + Turnover to operations * Collaborate with controls teams on BAS, PLC, and system integration strategies. Vendor & Cross-Functional Leadership * Lead technical engagement with OEMs and vendors for cooling systems, packaged skids, and modular plant solutions. * Support procurement in equipment selection, standardization, and cost optimization. * Coordinate across internal stakeholders including development, construction, operations, and capacity planning. * Capture and implement lessons learned from project execution to continuously improve standards and delivery. Operational & Continuous Improvement Focus * Support Operations teams in optimizing system performance, reliability, and maintainability. * Balance CAPEX vs. OPEX considerations through value engineering and lifecycle analysis. * Develop tools and metrics to track cooling system performance and efficiency across the fleet. ## Related Videos - [Your next 10x engineer isn't in your city. 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