Senior Engineer: Data Center - Mechanical & Thermal

Eaton; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton India Innovation Center (EIIC) in Pune is seeking a Senior Engineer – Data Center (Mechanical & Thermal) to drive mechanical design, testing, and thermal solutions for next-generation data centers. You will design with SolidWorks, perform FEA, develop CDU|hot aisle containment systems, and collaborate across Eaton teams to deliver reliable cooling systems.

This role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree and 4–6 years in mechanical/thermal design, with experience in CNC, sheet metal, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering with 4–6 years of experience in a technical engineering role
• Experience with CNC machining, sheet metal, injection molding, tight tolerance components, etc.
• Experience with closed-loop refrigeration systems, pneumatic actuation, automation, thermocouples, RTDs, power supplies, fans, and thermoelectric coolers is a plus
• Proficient in CAD/3D solid modeling tools – SolidWorks 2018 or newer preferred
• Develop cooling solutions such as Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs), rear-door heat exchangers & manifolds, hot aisle containment systems, chillers, and facility water systems
• Evaluate and develop new cooling technologies for future data center products
• Collaborate with global partners, customers, and cross-functional Eaton teams to deliver innovative, efficient, and reliable cooling systems
• Ensure close integration of designs with mechanical and electrical engineering teams for safe, optimized end-to-end system performance

Responsibilities

• Use SolidWorks CAD software to design, model, validate (FEA), and perform drafting/documentation of product designs and concepts
• Utilize knowledge of machinery, engineering practices, mathematics, building materials, and other physical sciences to complete product designs
• Identify and select materials required for production
• Define test plans and provide direction for product testing with support from lab staff
• Produce final drawings, specifications, and execute the production release process in the PDM system
• Work with production staff to develop and implement manufacturing processes for new and existing products
• Support the production/manufacturing process as needed to ensure all products meet required specifications and customer expectations
• Act as a manufacturing process engineer when required
• Understand how decisions impact product cost, performance, and quality

Skills

SolidWorks

FEA analysis

Mechanical design

Thermal engineering

PDM/workflow

Manufacturing processes

Product cost awareness

Team collaboration

Electrical-mechanical integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical or Thermal Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks 2018+

AutoCAD

Revit

CFD platforms

Job description

What You’ll Do

"This role is responsible for driving the engineering execution of research and development programs for Eaton’s Data Center portfolio. The incumbent will actively contribute to the Energy & Cooling technology roadmap and drive the creation of high-performance solutions for next-generation data centers. The Mechanical Design Engineer will be a member of a multi-disciplinary engineering team, providing innovative thermal engineering solutions to the semiconductor industry. The position is responsible for the mechanical design, development, testing, documentation, and manufacturing process implementation of new products, as well as supporting products already deployed in the field"

What You’ll Do

"This role is responsible for driving the engineering execution of research and development programs for Eaton’s Data Center portfolio. The incumbent will actively contribute to the Energy & Cooling technology roadmap and drive the creation of high-performance solutions for next-generation data centers. The Mechanical Design Engineer will be a member of a multi-disciplinary engineering team, providing innovative thermal engineering solutions to the semiconductor industry. The position is responsible for the mechanical design, development, testing, documentation, and manufacturing process implementation of new products, as well as supporting products already deployed in the field"

Eaton India Innovation Center (EIIC) is looking for a Senior Engineer – Data Center (Mechanical & Thermal) focused on Data Center Thermal Research to develop advanced cooling and thermal management technologies. This position is based at our office in Magarpatta City, Pune.

Key Responsibilities

The Mechanical Engineering professional is responsible for mechanical design, FEA, testing, and documentation of new products to meet customer requirements. Conduct research and create designs for new product developments.

• Use SolidWorks CAD software to design, model, validate (FEA), and perform drafting/documentation of product designs and concepts
• Utilize knowledge of machinery, engineering practices, mathematics, building materials, and other physical sciences to complete product designs
• Identify and select materials required for production
• Define test plans and provide direction for product testing with support from lab staff
• Produce final drawings, specifications, and execute the production release process in the PDM system
• Work with production staff to develop and implement manufacturing processes for new and existing products
• Support the production/manufacturing process as needed to ensure all products meet required specifications and customer expectations
• Act as a manufacturing process engineer when required
• Understand how decisions impact product cost, performance, and quality

Experience / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering with 4–6 years of experience in a technical engineering role
• Experience with CNC machining, sheet metal, injection molding, tight tolerance components, etc.
• Experience with closed-loop refrigeration systems, pneumatic actuation, automation, thermocouples, RTDs, power supplies, fans, and thermoelectric coolers is a plus
• Proficient in CAD/3D solid modeling tools – SolidWorks 2018 or newer preferred
• Develop cooling solutions such as Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs), rear-door heat exchangers & manifolds, hot aisle containment systems, chillers, and facility water systems
• Evaluate and develop new cooling technologies for future data center products
• Collaborate with global partners, customers, and cross-functional Eaton teams to deliver innovative, efficient, and reliable cooling systems
• Ensure close integration of designs with mechanical and electrical engineering teams for safe, optimized end-to-end system performance

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Thermal Engineering

4 to 6 years of experience in engineering design and development of mechanical or thermal systems

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering and 4 to 6 yrs years of experience in a technical role as an engineer

Skills

Develop cooling solutions such as Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs), rear-door heat exchangers & manifolds, hot aisle containment systems, chillers, & facility water systems.

Evaluate and develop new cooling technologies for data center future products

Collaborate with global partners, customers, and cross-functional Eaton teams to deliver innovative, efficient, and reliable cooling systems.

Ensure close integration of designs with mechanical and electrical engineering teams for safe, optimized end-to-end system performance.

Experience with CNC machining, sheet metal, injection molding, tight tolerance components, etc.

Experience with closed-loop refrigeration systems, pneumatic actuation, automation, thermocouples, RTDs, power supplies, fans, and thermoelectric coolers a plus.

Proficient user of CAD/3D solid modeling tools - SolidWorks 2018 or newer preferred

Demonstrated strong experience in experimental mechanics, prototyping and testing for developing advanced thermal technologies.

Excellent communication skills, adept at engaging with executives, engineers, and customers.

Proven track record of patents, publishing and presentations.

Familiarity with Autodesk design tools (AutoCAD, Revit, CFD platforms) and integration with digital twin environments.

Working in global business environment, Drive for results, influencing without authority, strategic planning, excellent communication skills, adept at engaging with executives, engineers, and customers.