Director of Data Center Mechanical Engineering & Cooling

JGT Global; South Carolina; On-site; USD 260,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology infrastructure firm is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and operations strategy for data centers. This role involves defining engineering vision, leading cross-functional teams, and optimizing advanced cooling strategies. Candidates should have over 12 years of relevant experience and a strong background in thermodynamics and CFD modeling. The position is full-time based in South Carolina, offering a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of data center or mission-critical facilities experience.
• Expertise in next-gen cooling technologies.
• Experience with hyperscale or GPU-accelerated environments.

Responsibilities

• Define mechanical engineering vision for data centers.
• Lead mechanical engineering design and operations.
• Develop strategies for advanced cooling and airflow optimization.

Skills

Thermodynamics

CFD modeling

Leadership

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

A leading technology infrastructure firm is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and operations strategy for data centers. This role involves defining engineering vision, leading cross-functional teams, and optimizing advanced cooling strategies. Candidates should have over 12 years of relevant experience and a strong background in thermodynamics and CFD modeling. The position is full-time based in South Carolina, offering a competitive salary range.