Mechanical Design Engineer

3 weeks ago


Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Technavious Full time

Job Description: Data Center Mechanical Design Expert (10+ Years of Experience in Hyperscale Data Center Design)

Position: Data Center Mechanical Design Expert

Location: Chennai

Department: Engineering / Data Center Design

Reports to: Practice Lead – Mechanical Engineering

Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Mechanical Design Expert with over 6 years of expertise in the design of mechanical solutions for hyperscale data centers. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of thermal management, HVAC systems, and energy-efficient cooling technologies critical to the operation of large-scale, high-performance data centers. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure that our data centers achieve optimal cooling performance, cost-efficiency, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Cooling System Design Leadership:
  • Design innovative cooling solutions for hyperscale data centers, including chilled water systems, direct expansion (DX) systems, air and liquid cooling technologies, and alternative cooling methods.
  • Design and optimize cooling infrastructure for data centers to maintain desired temperature and humidity levels, ensuring efficient performance, system reliability, and compliance with industry standards.
  • Awareness of Industry Standards i.e. ASHRAE, ISHRAE, Carrier Handbooks, IS Standards, Eurovent, AHRI, SMACNA, ASME etc.
  • Select and specify cooling equipment, components, and materials, considering energy efficiency, scalability, and system integration.
  • Buffer tank Calculation & thermal override calculation
  • Co-ordinating with vendors for product selection and integration of equipment's in overall Master design
  • Preparation of Heat load calculation, Power Usage Effectiveness Calculations (PUE), Technical specifications, schematics for Tendering
  • Preparation of Detailed Design drawings for Tendering purpose
  • Preparation of BOQ, Make List and co-ordinating with Cost Estimation team on cost and work schedule
  • Provide value Engineering inputs towards optimization, reliability, efficient design best practices
  • Use of CFD Tool for validation of proposed design for HVAC system for design sign off
  • Participation in bre-bid meetings and provide resolution to bidder queries
  • Co-ordinate with Project Management Team & vendors for QA / QC requirements
  • Periodic site visits, Factory visits for Acceptance test, witnessing Testing and Commissioning
  • Validating the Test scripts for IST and witnessing the same
  • Quantity certification and validation of all test reports
  • Thermal Load and Efficiency Analysis:
  • Perform detailed thermal load analysis to assess heat generation and distribution within the data center, recommending cooling strategies that meet capacity and redundancy requirements.
  • Utilize computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and other tools to model airflow and cooling efficiency, identifying potential areas for system optimization.
  • Analyse and optimize airflow, chiller plant designs, and cooling tower systems to ensure that cooling systems are as energy efficient as possible.
  • Collaboration and Coordination:
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, architects, mechanical engineers, and contractors, to integrate cooling solutions with other building and data center systems.
  • Coordinate with project managers to ensure that cooling designs are aligned with project timelines, budget, and scope.
  • Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to ensure the selection of best-in-class cooling technologies that meet both performance and cost requirements.
    • Project Management and Oversight:
    • Lead the technical aspects of cooling design throughout the project lifecycle, from concept through to installation, testing, and commissioning.
    • Provide technical guidance and oversight to junior engineers, ensuring high-quality standards are met and maintained throughout the design and implementation phases.
    • Review and approve detailed design drawings, specifications, and commissioning documents related to cooling systems.
    • Sustainability and Energy Efficiency:
    • Design and implement sustainable and energy-efficient cooling systems, with a focus on minimizing energy consumption and the carbon footprint of data center operations.
    • Lead initiatives to integrate renewable energy solutions, waste heat recovery, or free cooling systems (e.g., using ambient air) into the data center cooling design.
    • Contribute to the development and implementation of energy management strategies to reduce operational costs and improve environmental sustainability.
    • Commissioning and Testing:
    • Oversee the commissioning of cooling systems to ensure they operate as designed and meet all performance and efficiency targets.
    • Perform post-installation audits and troubleshooting, resolving any cooling system issues that may arise.
    • Monitor system performance and provide recommendations for further optimization or maintenance as needed.
    • Documentation and Reporting:
    • Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation for all cooling system designs, specifications, and performance reports.
    • Ensure that design documentation complies with regulatory standards and is kept up to date for future audits or operational reviews.
    • Provide regular progress reports and technical updates to stakeholders, including senior management and clients.
    • Risk Management:
    • Identify and assess potential risks in the cooling design and propose strategies to mitigate them.
    • Provide expert advice and solutions during the design, construction, and operational phases to prevent system failures or inefficiencies.

Qualifications:

  • Education:
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, Building Services, Energy Systems, or a related field.
  • Experience:
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in the design and engineering of cooling systems for large-scale, hyperscale data centers or mission-critical facilities.
  • Extensive experience with a wide range of cooling technologies, including air-cooled and liquid-cooled systems, chillers, CRAC (Computer Room Air Conditioning) units, and precision cooling systems.
  • Proven track record of designing energy-efficient and cost-effective cooling solutions for hyperscale data centers.
    • Skills and Competencies:
    • Proficiency in cooling system design software (e.g., CFD modelling tools, Trane Trace 700, Carrier HAP, etc.).
    • In-depth knowledge of thermal dynamics, HVAC systems, and environmental control technologies.
    • Strong understanding of industry standards and regulations (ASHRAE, IEC, LEED, ISO, etc.).
    • Ability to design and implement energy-efficient solutions, with a focus on sustainability and reducing operational costs.
    • Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide innovative solutions to complex design challenges.
    • Strong project management skills, including experience managing project timelines, budgets, and resources.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certifications in HVAC design, sustainability (e.g., LEED, ASHRAE, etc.).
  • Experience in integrating free cooling and waste heat recovery systems.
  • Knowledge of smart building technologies and IoT systems for optimizing cooling performance.
  • CDCP would be an advantage

About Technavious

Technavious is a pioneering technology enabler specializing in Data Centers. Our primary goal is to empower organizations by simplifying, scaling, and accelerating their journey toward adopting advanced solutions in Data Centers and Edge Computing. We differentiate ourselves in the industry through our deep domain expertise in Data Center & Network and our customer-centric, technology-driven NexGen services.

With presence in India (Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Pune), London, Uk & Texas, USA. our expertise spans across various areas, including Mini and Micro Edge Data Centers. We offer a range of specialized services, including Data Center/Edge DC Design – Conceptual & details, Standard Compliance, Design Peer Review, O&M process implementation & audits, Infrastructure audits, O&M of DC, GRC Implementation/certifications and TIA942 certifications.



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