Mechanical Engineer

AgileArc; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeking a Mechanical Engineer specializing in Data Center Cooling Solutions. The role involves designing cooling systems, collaborating with clients, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, relevant experience, and proficiency in CAD tools.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience designing mechanical HVAC or cooling solutions for data centers or mission-critical environments.
• Proficiency in CAD tools and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)/thermal simulation.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE standards, P&IDs, and mechanical component selection.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and specification of cooling systems, including CDUs and chillers.
• Engage with clients to understand technical requirements and prepare detailed proposals.
• Ensure designs align with industry standards and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – Data Center Cooling Solutions

Location: Ashburn, VA (hybrid/onsite as needed)

Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

Our client is a premier provider of mission-critical infrastructure solutions for enterprise and hyperscale data centers. Our client specializes in data center technologies, power distribution, cooling systems solutions that ensure uptime, energy efficiency, and scalability. Our client’s expert teams design end-to-end solutions tailored to meet each client’s unique operational needs.

What You'll Do

As a Mechanical Engineer focused on Data Center Cooling Solutions, you will lead the design, specification, and application engineering of cooling systems — including CDUs, chillers, and associated infrastructure — ensuring optimal thermal management for modern data centers. Responsibilities include:

• Design & Engineering: Support mechnical engineers with the development of cooling system designs, piping/ instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), 3D models, and specifications for Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs), chillers, pumps, heat exchangers, and related components.
• Solution Development: Architect custom cooling configurations that optimize redundancy, energy efficiency, and modular scalability.
• Customer Collaboration: Engage with clients and OEM partners to understand technical requirements; prepare proposals, technical drawings, and detailed Bill of Materials (BOMs).
• Technical Presentations: Educate customers and internal stakeholders through technical training, design reviews, and whiteboard discussions.
• Application Support: Provide engineering support during bidding and early implementation phases; review design-build packages and support commissioning handover.
• Standards & Compliance: Ensure designs align with industry standards (ASHRAE, NFPA), electrical/mechanical codes, and internal quality processes.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with electrical, structural, and controls engineers to integrate comprehensive infrastructure solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Evaluate industry trends and emerging technologies such as rack-based and liquid cooling, and propose enhancements to our product offerings.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience designing mechanical HVAC or cooling solutions for data centers or mission-critical environments.
• Experience with chillers, pumps, and liquid cooling systems.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)/thermal simulation.
• Solid grasp of ASHRAE standards, piping/ instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), and selection of mechanical components.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; adept at technical training and client interaction.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel (10–25%) for customer meetings or facility visits.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience with Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs) is highly desired.
• Experience with rack-mounted and/or liquid cooling systems.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting, Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, and Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

Disability insurance

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