Senior Civil & Thermal Mechanical Infrastructure Engineer

Cooler Master USA; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Life insurance

Dental and vision

Job summary

Cooler Master USA is seeking a Senior Civil & Thermal Mechanical Infrastructure Engineer to lead the engineering design coordination for data center cooling solutions, civil and structural infrastructure, and large-scale piping networks.

The role requires strong expertise in civil/structural engineering, piping systems, HVAC, and thermal management, with 7+ years of relevant experience and willingness to travel domestically and internationally. On-site at Fremont, CA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of engineering experience; 10+ years preferred.
• Strong civil/structural infrastructure and mechanical infrastructure experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or relevant design tools.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead design coordination for civil/structural infrastructure supporting data center cooling systems.
• Develop foundations, equipment pads, structural frames, and piping supports.
• Review civil/structural drawings and foundation layouts for compliance.
• Coordinate with mechanical/thermal teams to resolve integration issues.
• Create and review 2D/3D engineering drawings and documentation.
• Support construction, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Interface with customers and stakeholders to provide engineering support.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Travel willingness

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

PTC Creo

Job description

For over three decades, Cooler Master has been a trusted partner to tier-1 global technology leaders, delivering pioneering thermal and manufacturing solutions. As AI computing workloads and next-generation data centers continue to push the boundaries of power density, Cooler Master is at the forefront of the industry—manufacturing critical high-density liquid cooling, CDU (Coolant Distribution Units), and advanced thermal infrastructure that power the global AI boom.

Driven by Innovation, Agility, and Professionalism, our culture is built on the "Cooler Master Spirit"—a collaborative environment rooted in structured discipline, teamwork, and accountability. We offer a fast-paced, technology-driven workplace where high-energy professionals can build the physical infrastructure of the future. If you thrive in a forward-moving atmosphere and want to grow at the speed of the AI revolution, this is the place to define your career.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil & Thermal Mechanical Infrastructure Engineer to lead the engineering design coordination, installation support, and integration of civil, structural, and thermal-mechanical infrastructure for advanced IT cooling solutions and AI data center facilities.

This position requires strong engineering expertise in civil and structural infrastructure, large-scale piping systems, HVAC, pumps, fluid distribution networks, and thermal management systems.

The ideal candidate has extensive practical experience with concrete foundations, structural steel frames, equipment platforms, piping supports, and mechanical equipment installation, combined with a solid understanding of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and cooling system operation.

The engineer must be capable of independently evaluating infrastructure requirements, identifying mechanical and structural integration challenges, and developing practical engineering solutions.

This is a hands-on senior engineering role combining civil/structural engineering, thermal-mechanical system integration, construction coordination, and customer-facing technical support.

Responsibilities

Civil & Structural Infrastructure Engineering

• Lead the engineering design coordination and technical review of civil and structural infrastructure supporting data center cooling systems.
• Develop and review concrete foundations, equipment pads, structural steel frames, equipment platforms, and piping support structures.
• Evaluate equipment loading, structural support requirements, anchoring arrangements, and installation constraints.
• Review civil and structural drawings, foundation layouts, and steel support designs.
• Coordinate structural design requirements with mechanical equipment specifications and facility layouts.
• Identify and resolve structural, installation, and infrastructure integration issues.
• Work with licensed civil and structural engineers to ensure designs meet applicable codes and approval requirements.

Thermal Mechanical Systems & Engineering

• Support the engineering design and integration of HVAC, pumps, heat exchangers, liquid cooling systems, and large-scale fluid distribution networks.
• Apply knowledge of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, pressure drop, and thermal system performance to evaluate mechanical infrastructure requirements.
• Review cooling system layouts, piping configurations, and equipment arrangements.
• Understand equipment operating conditions, including flow rates, pressure, temperature, vibration, and thermal expansion.
• Evaluate the impact of thermal-mechanical equipment requirements on structural supports, foundations, and installation arrangements.
• Collaborate with mechanical and thermal engineering teams to resolve system integration challenges.

Piping Systems & Infrastructure Integration

• Lead infrastructure coordination for large-scale piping networks, pipe racks, piping supports, and mechanical equipment connections.
• Review piping layouts, P&IDs, piping isometrics, and installation drawings.
• Evaluate piping support requirements, equipment loading, thermal expansion, vibration, and installation clearances.
• Coordinate piping infrastructure with civil and structural designs.
• Identify conflicts between piping systems, structural steel, foundations, and mechanical equipment.
• Support resolution of piping installation, leakage, vibration, and mechanical integration issues.

Engineering Design & Technical Documentation

• Develop and review civil, structural, and mechanical engineering drawings.
• Create or review 3D models, equipment layouts, and infrastructure designs using applicable CAD tools.
• Interpret civil, structural, piping, and mechanical engineering drawings.
• Review engineering calculations, equipment loading information, and design specifications.
• Support technical documentation, design reviews, engineering changes, and construction drawings.
• Coordinate design updates with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Lead technical coordination for construction, equipment installation, and infrastructure integration for data center cooling systems.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and facility engineering teams.
• Review installation methods, equipment placement, foundation requirements, and structural support arrangements.
• Support site inspections, installation verification, and construction quality reviews.
• Participate in mechanical system commissioning, functional testing, and operational readiness activities.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure-related mechanical and thermal issues.
• Recommend improvements in reliability, maintainability, safety, and installation efficiency.

Customer-Facing & Cross-Functional Support

• Interface directly with high-tech customers to understand technical requirements and provide engineering support.
• Participate in technical design reviews, infrastructure planning, and construction coordination.
• Collaborate with civil, structural, mechanical, and thermal engineering teams.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and facility operations to resolve technical issues.
• Travel to customer sites and data centers for installation, commissioning, and infrastructure integration.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and engineering support teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant engineering experience, with 10+ years preferred, in civil/structural infrastructure, mechanical infrastructure, industrial cooling systems, or data center facilities.
• Strong experience with civil and structural infrastructure, including concrete foundations, equipment pads, structural steel frames, equipment platforms, and piping supports.
• Solid understanding of thermal-mechanical engineering, including fluid mechanics, heat transfer, HVAC, pumps, and cooling systems.
• Experience with large-scale piping systems, mechanical equipment installation, and infrastructure integration.
• Knowledge of structural loading, equipment anchoring, foundation requirements, vibration, and thermal expansion.
• Ability to interpret civil, structural, mechanical, and piping engineering drawings, including P&IDs and piping layouts.
• Proficiency with engineering design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or relevant structural analysis software.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering designs and construction activities.
• Ability to independently evaluate complex technical issues and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Strong communication and coordination skills when working with customers, contractors, suppliers, and engineering teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for project support and customer-site activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI data center infrastructure, high-performance computing facilities, or mission-critical cooling systems.
• Experience with large-scale chilled water systems, liquid cooling loops, pumps, heat exchangers, and IT cooling equipment.
• Familiarity with piping system design, pressure drop, thermal expansion, vibration, and structural support requirements.
• Knowledge of applicable civil, structural, piping, and mechanical codes and standards, including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC, and relevant ASME piping codes.
• Experience with mechanical and civil construction, equipment installation, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with thermal-mechanical equipment integration and cooling system performance requirements.
• Experience with structural steel design, concrete foundations, equipment anchoring, and industrial equipment support systems.
• Experience with PTC Creo / Pro-E for mechanical equipment integration or structural support modeling.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering is a plus.
• Experience collaborating with global engineering teams and suppliers.

Additional Information

• Location: Fremont, CA (On-site)
• Travel: Domestic and international travel required for project support, construction coordination, and customer-site activities.
• Experience Level: Senior Engineer (7+ years; 10+ years preferred)
• Start Date: Preferably within 3 months
• Starting with 15 paid vacation days in the first year
• 11 paid corporate holidays + 5 bonus holidays
• 5 paid sick leave days per year
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Advanced health plan options with employer-subsidized out-of-pocket premiums
• Company-sponsored Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employment type: Full Time
• Location: On-site at Fremont, CA

For Pay Transparency-Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $110,000 - $155,000 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location.

Disclaimer

Our goal is to be an industry leader while providing an exceptional workplace. This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed; it is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or skills required. Management reserves the right to assign or modify duties and responsibilities at any time, with or without notice. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (E.E.O.).