Mechanical Engineer (Data Center Infrastructure)

Pantera Capital; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

xAI is seeking a facility operations engineer in Memphis to design, build, and activate advanced facilities and data centers. You will be the subject matter expert on fluid/HVAC systems, perform CAD modeling, and support critical infrastructure to enable world‑class operations.

You will work with other facility engineers to drive reliability, implement maintenance protocols, and contribute to cutting‑edge space technology with real global impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 1+ years of professional experience with valves, pumps, COPVs, compressors, heat exchangers, transducers or temperature sensors.

Responsibilities

• Own and be the subject matter expert on fluid/HVAC components across the site.
• Perform CAD modeling and design of these systems.
• Perform fluid analyses for pressure balance and component design.
• Own maintenance and reliability of critical infrastructure assets.
• Commission systems, validate performance, and implement predictive maintenance.

Skills

Fluid handling

CAD modeling

HVAC systems

Data acquisition

GD&T

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

NX CAD

Job description

ABOUT xAI

xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands‑on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a member of the facility operations team, you will design, build, and activate some of the world’s most technically advanced facilities and data centers. You will be the subject matter expert on all HVAC, piping, and other critical fluid systems. You will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. You will work with other facility engineers and internal customers to support these goals and have the opportunity to drive real global impact, ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary. The position is based in Memphis, TN.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Responsible for owning and being the subject matter expert on fluid/HVAC components across the site.
• Perform CAD modeling and design of these systems.
• Perform fluid analyses for pressure balance, component design allowable, and consumables determination.
• Responsible for owning maintenance and reliability of critical infrastructure assets across campus.
• Commission systems, validate nameplate performance, and implement predictive maintenance protocols to minimize downtime.
• Equipment selection, sizing, and procurement support.
• Drive root‑cause investigations for any equipment failures and implement corrective actions across the site.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• 1+ years of professional experience working with various fluid components such as valves, pumps, COPVs, compressors, heat exchangers, pressure transducers, or temperature sensors.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Hands‑on experience with fluid (liquid and/or gas) handling systems.
• Experience using data acquisition equipment, as well as test instrumentation and control components: pressure transducers, thermocouples, resistance temperature detectors, relays.
• Experience with HVAC systems and air ducting.
• Experienced in NX or other CAD packages with a solid understanding and application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5-1994 and tolerance stack‑up analysis.
• Experience with structural analysis methods in order to optimize hardware to strength requirements as well as to evaluate for life and fracture.
• Experience with pressurized structures and/or lightweight aerospace structures.
• Ability to work independently.

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