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Director, Data Center Mechanical Engineering

Keel Infrastructure
Location
New York City, NY, USA
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Infrastructure
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 12+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience
  • Demonstrated experience leading mechanical design on hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center projects (50MW+ preferred)
  • Experience as a technical owner or discipline lead on large capital projects
  • Prior experience managing or mentoring engineering staff and external consultants
  • Deep knowledge of data center cooling architectures
  • Proficiency in mechanical system modeling and simulation tools
Nice to have
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred
  • Professional certifications (CDCDP, PMP, ATD, LEED AP, DCEP, or similar) are a significant asset
What the job really is

The Director of Data Center Mechanical Engineering at Keel Infrastructure is responsible for setting and advancing mechanical engineering standards for data center projects. This role involves leading design efforts, ensuring compliance with performance and efficiency standards, and collaborating with various teams throughout the project lifecycle. The position also includes mentoring a mechanical engineering team and exploring innovative cooling technologies for high-density workloads.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary, bonus and equity opportunities
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Retirement savings with company contribution
  • Employee referral program
Things to weigh
  • Remote work is possible with one week of travel per month to NYC
  • No specific salary range mentioned, only a general compensation statement
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