Mechanical Design Engineer

Nebius; United States; On-site; USD 185,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth and learning opportunities

Flexibility and ownership

Collaborative and innovative culture

Job summary

Nebius is seeking candidates to enhance its datacenter facilities engineering team, focusing on mechanical systems. The ideal applicant will have a Bachelor's degree in building services engineering or mechanical engineering or equivalent experience of 10+ years in mission-critical facilities.

This role offers the flexibility to work hybrid or remotely and includes responsibilities such as planning mechanical designs and overseeing projects, ensuring collaboration across various teams and vendors.

Competitive compensation ranging from $185,000 to $225,000, along with benefits including career advancement and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in building services engineering or mechanical engineering, or 10+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
• In-depth knowledge of data center mechanical systems including chillers, pumps, and cooling towers.
• 7+ years of experience in creating mechanical design documentation for construction.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement reliable mechanical designs and distribution systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to validate installation performance.
• Oversee multiple projects across different locations.

Skills

Data analysis skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in building services engineering or mechanical engineering

Tools

BMS (Building Management System)

HVAC design

Job description

The role

Nebius is looking for candidates to strengthen its datacenter facilities engineering team. You will work, individually and in collaboration, with internal business partners (Technical Project managers, Data Center IT, IT Procurement, Network Engineering) and with external vendors to validate and test installation & operation performance of data center mechanical systems.

This role requires a flexible, pro‑active mindset with attention for details and good communication skills, and a willingness to travel.

You’re welcome to work hybrid or remotely.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Plan and implement cost‑effective and reliable mechanical designs and distribution systems
• Work with internal business partners like Technical Project Management, Data Center IT, IT Procurement, Network Engineering, and with external vendors to validate and test installation & operation performance of data center mechanical systems
• Create designs which meet and exceed Nebius’s quality benchmarks within our budget capacity
• Seek new designs and amalgamate new technologies within Nebius AI’s data center planning and infrastructure
• Identify and document list of electrical equipment and components required during the build/installation phase
• Work on multiple projects in different locations, and visit the construction sites to oversee the work of external vendors and contractors

We expect you to have:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in building services engineering or mechanical engineering, or 10+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in mission critical facilities environment including but not limited to: data centers, power generation and oil/gas facilities
• 7+ years of experience in creating mechanical design documentation for construction
• 7+ years of experience in commercial and/or Industrial Mechanical design
• In‑depth knowledge of data centre design, BMS & HVAC design and related product development
• In‑depth knowledge and understanding of data centre mechanical systems, chillers air‑cooled & water‑cooled, pumps, cooling towers, heat exchangers, CRAHs/CRAC, fans, air economizers, water treatment etc.
• Good understanding of electrical equipment and system designs related to data centers
• Good data analysis skills
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and ability to maintain high quality standards

It will be an added bonus if you have:

• CDCE (Certified Data Centre Expert or Equivalent Highest Certification)
• CDCS (Certified Data Centre Specialist or Equivalent Intermediate Certification)
• CDCP (Certified Data Centre Professional or Equivalent Basic Certification)
• CDCDP (Certified Data Centre Design Professional or Equivalent)
• DCIE (Data Centre Infrastructure Expert or Equivalent)

Pay Transparency

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Actual compensation will be determined based on job‑related factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, the level at which the candidate is hired, and geographic location, consistent with applicable law.

Base Compensation Range: $185,000 – $225,000 USD

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth and learning opportunities
• Flexibility and ownership
• Collaborative and innovative culture
• Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
• International environment and talented teams

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.

If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.