Chief Data Center Thermal Designer

Technical Lead for Data Center Mechanical Design

Job Overview:

As a seasoned expert in data center mechanical design, we are seeking an innovative and experienced technical lead to spearhead the design of mechanical solutions for hyperscale data centers.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of thermal management, HVAC systems, and energy-efficient cooling technologies critical to the operation of large-scale, high-performance data centers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Cooling System Design:
• Design and implement innovative cooling solutions for hyperscale data centers, including chilled water systems, direct expansion (DX) systems, air and liquid cooling technologies, and alternative cooling methods.
• Optimize Cooling Infrastructure:
• 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.
• Coordinate with Vendors:
• Select and specify cooling equipment, components, and materials, considering energy efficiency, scalability, and system integration.
• Conduct Thermal 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 CFD Simulations:
• Utilize computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and other tools to model airflow and cooling efficiency, identifying potential areas for system optimization.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Work Collaboratively:
• 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.
• Ensure Project Alignment:
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure that cooling designs are aligned with project timelines, budget, and scope.
• Vendor Collaboration:
• 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:

• Technical Leadership:
• Lead the technical aspects of cooling design throughout the project lifecycle, from concept through to installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Provide Technical Guidance:
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to junior engineers, ensuring high-quality standards are met and maintained throughout the design and implementation phases.
• Review and Approval:
• Review and approve detailed design drawings, specifications, and commissioning documents related to cooling systems.

Sustainability and Energy Efficiency:

• Design Sustainable Cooling Systems:
• Design and implement sustainable and energy-efficient cooling systems, with a focus on minimizing energy consumption and the carbon footprint of data center operations.
• Initiate Sustainability Efforts:
• 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.
• Energy Management:
• Contribute to the development and implementation of energy management strategies to reduce operational costs and improve environmental sustainability.

Commissioning and Testing:

• Oversee Commissioning:
• Oversee the commissioning of cooling systems to ensure they operate as designed and meet all performance and efficiency targets.
• Performance Monitoring:
• Monitor system performance and provide recommendations for further optimization or maintenance as needed.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Comprehensive Documentation:
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation for all cooling system designs, specifications, and performance reports.
• Regulatory Compliance:
• Ensure that design documentation complies with regulatory standards and is kept up to date for future audits or operational reviews.
• Progress Updates:
• Provide regular progress reports and technical updates to stakeholders, including senior management and clients.

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