Senior Data Center Mechanical Engineer – Global Cooling Lead

Google; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 247,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/Vision

Retirement 401(k)

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Maternity Leave

Baby Bonding Leave

Holidays

Job summary

Google's Data Center Technology Systems team seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead global mechanical infrastructure, pioneer next‑generation cooling, and integrate modular design to accelerate construction. You will perform detailed thermal analysis, CFD, and hydraulic modeling, collaborating with Planning, Operations, and Execution teams to optimize fleet and meet machine learning demands.

You will develop engineering specifications and commissioning plans, delivering clear documentation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering or related field.
• 10 years of experience in mission-critical facility design and construction.
• Experience using engineering tools for thermal analysis, CFD, or hydraulic modeling.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop technical docs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead for global mechanical infrastructure.
• Implement offsite modular construction and pre-fabrication strategies.
• Conduct detailed thermal analysis, CFD, and hydraulic modeling.
• Collaborate with Planning, Operations, and Execution teams to optimize fleets.
• Prepare and deliver engineering project packages including SOWs, specs, drawings, and test plans.

Skills

Thermal analysis

CFD

Hydraulic modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

10 years of experience in mission-critical facility design and construction

Tools

Cadence Reality DC Design

AFT Fathom

AutoPipe

Job description

Google's Data Center Technology Systems team seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead global mechanical infrastructure, pioneer next‑generation cooling, and integrate modular design to accelerate construction. You will perform detailed thermal analysis, CFD, and hydraulic modeling, collaborating with Planning, Operations, and Execution teams to optimize fleet and meet machine learning demands.

You will develop engineering specifications and commissioning plans, delivering clear documentation and