Field Engineer - Data Center Liquid Cooling

Fluid2Chip; Texas; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluid2Chip is seeking experienced Field Engineers to support deployment, commissioning, and readiness of mission-critical liquid cooling systems in data centers across the United States. This on-site role is highly field-oriented and customer-focused, requiring technical awareness, clear communication, and disciplined documentation.

The ideal candidate will understand mechanical and chemical needs of cooling systems, observe installation quality, and quickly identify risks before issues arise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical) or related field.
• Equivalent hands-on experience in water treatment, commissioning, or complex fluid systems may be considered.
• Experience with mission-critical cooling systems or hydronic/industrial water systems is preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical understanding of fluid-based cooling systems.
• Ability to identify issues and communicate them professionally.
• Willingness to travel up to 75% to customer/project sites.

Responsibilities

• Observe and support installation, commissioning, cleaning, flushing, fill/purge, startup, and operational readiness activities for cooling systems.
• Serve as a customer-facing technical representative at active project sites.
• Monitor field activities and identify potential concerns related to system quality and readiness.
• Understand chemical and mechanical requirements of closed-loop cooling systems.
• Maintain detailed daily reporting, field observations, and issue tracking.
• Communicate findings and project updates through established processes.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and project teams during deployment.
• Support field coordination while recognizing contractor responsibility.
• Escalate issues and seek technical support when needed.
• Ensure adherence to site procedures, safety, and commissioning standards.
• Represent Fluid2Chip professionally in high-visibility environments.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Field engineering

Observation skills

Professional communication

Technical documentation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Equivalent hands-on experience

Tools

Autodesk construction/design tools

Procore project management

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Fluid2Chip

Fluid2Chip is a specialized technical services practice built on decades of data center expertise. We bridge the gap between traditional construction teams and the shift to high-density liquid cooling — delivering expert commissioning, flush-and-fill, fluid chemistry, QA/QC, and system optimization services that ensure mission-critical liquid cooling infrastructure performs from day one.

Salary

Fluid2Chip recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates.

CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is Fluid2Chip's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.

The Pay Range For This Role Is 100,000 - 120,000 USD per year (Hybrid (United States))

Job Summary

Fluid2Chip is seeking experienced Field Engineers to support the deployment, installation, commissioning, and operational readiness of mission-critical liquid cooling and water-based cooling systems within high-performance computing and data center environments.

This role is highly field-oriented and customer-facing, requiring strong technical awareness, professional communication, critical thinking, and disciplined documentation skills. Field Engineers serve as Fluid2Chip’s on-site technical representatives during installation and commissioning activities, helping observe system readiness, identify concerns, document field conditions, and support successful project execution.

The ideal candidate understands both the mechanical and chemical requirements associated with mission-critical cooling systems and can recognize installation inconsistencies, operational risks, and procedural concerns before they become larger issues.

This is not a laboratory or water sampling role. Success in this position depends on proactive observation, sound judgment, effective communication, and the ability to operate professionally within active mission-critical environments.

This role requires flexibility to travel around the US up to 75%.

Essential Functions

• Observe and support installation, commissioning, cleaning, flushing, fill/purge, startup, and operational readiness activities for liquid cooling and water-based cooling systems
• Serve as a customer-facing technical representative for Fluid2Chip at active project sites and mission-critical facilities
• Monitor field activities and identify potential mechanical, operational, installation, or procedural concerns related to system quality, reliability, and readiness
• Understand the chemical and mechanical requirements associated with closed-loop cooling systems and mission-critical infrastructure
• Maintain detailed daily reporting, field observations, photographic documentation, issue tracking, and activity summaries
• Communicate findings, concerns, risks, and project updates clearly and professionally through established chain-of-command processes
• Work collaboratively with customers, contractors, commissioning providers, operations personnel, and project teams during all phases of deployment
• Support field coordination activities while understanding that contractors and trade personnel maintain responsibility for execution and direction of work
• Recognize when escalation or additional technical support is required and proactively seek assistance when needed
• Support adherence to site procedures, safety expectations, cleanliness requirements, and commissioning standards
• Represent Fluid2Chip professionally in highly visible customer and mission-critical environments

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical) or a related technical field
• Equivalent hands-on experience in water treatment, commissioning, or complex fluid systems may be considered in lieu of a formal degree
• Experience working with mission-critical cooling systems, hydronic systems, industrial water systems, mechanical commissioning, or related infrastructure environments
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical understanding of fluid-based cooling systems
• Ability to think critically and make sound field observations in dynamic construction and commissioning environments
• Strong organizational, reporting, and technical documentation skills
• Ability to proactively identify issues and communicate them effectively and professionally
• Comfortable interacting directly with customers, contractors, engineers, and operations teamsAbility to follow procedures, respect chain of command, and work collaboratively across multiple organizations and stakeholders
• Comfortable working in active construction sites, data centers, and commissioning environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and cloud-based collaboration/documentation platforms
• Familiarity with Autodesk construction/design tools and Procore project management software
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% to customer and project sites

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is observant, proactive, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure. They understand that success in mission-critical environments depends on disciplined communication, strong documentation, teamwork, professionalism, and the ability to recognize problems early.

This role is well suited for individuals who naturally take ownership in the field, communicate professionally with customers and contractors, and understand when to elevate concerns or ask for support.

Preferred Backgrounds

• Mission-critical facilities and data centers
• Mechanical commissioning and startup
• Hydronic and industrial water systems
• HVAC and process cooling infrastructure
• Construction quality and field engineering
• Military or industrial technical operations
• Water treatment and cooling system operations
• Critical facility operations and maintenance

Physical Demands

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Frequently required to remain in a stationary position.
• Frequently moving through office, facility and other environments.
• On occasion the employee may need to move stationary items weighing up to 30 pounds.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 75%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states.
• Must be located near a major airport.
• Effective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position.
• Travel may involve transportation by car or plane depending on the destination and nature of the business need.
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meetings for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option).
• Flex spending accounts (FSA).
• Dental and vision plans.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26.
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option.
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year.
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage.
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and professional licensing assistance.
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment.

EEO

Fluid2Chip provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities.

Notice To Third Party Agencies

Fluid2Chip does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to Fluid2Chip in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where Fluid2Chip has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of Fluid2Chip and Fluid2Chip will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.