Senior Manager - Mechanical Engineering

IREN; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

IREN is seeking a Senior Manager - Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical systems across data centre projects in a hybrid Dallas/Fort Worth environment. You will guide technical design, validate cooling infrastructure, and drive standardization and regulatory compliance.

You will report to the VP of Engineering, manage a team of engineers, and collaborate with manufacturing, QA/QC, and project management to ensure safe, reliable, and scalable solutions for hyperscale facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• P.Eng registration in Texas (Oklahoma asset).
• 10+ years in mechanical water conveyance and cooling systems for data centers.
• Experience as mechanical discipline lead or senior authority.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE, IMC, IBC, NFPA codes.

Responsibilities

• Act as the mechanical engineering discipline lead and technical authority for mechanical systems and cooling equipment across projects.
• Manage a team of engineers at varying levels.
• Coordinate with Civil, Architectural, Structural, Electrical and Piping disciplines.
• Establish and maintain standards, design criteria, and specs for reliability and safety.
• Provide final technical reviews and approvals of designs and calculations.
• Oversee design and validation of systems for central cooling plants and related facilities.
• Lead technical reviews, risk evaluations and constructability assessments.
• Serve as primary mechanical interface between engineering, manufacturing, QA/QC, PM, and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical design

Cooling systems

Regulatory compliance

P.Eng Texas

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

P.Eng registration in Texas

Master’s preferred

Tools

ASHRAE standards

NFPA

Job description

Job Description

IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, delivering large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and power in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC.

Reporting to the Vice President of Engineering, the Senior Manager - Mechanical Engineer serves as the main technical authority and discipline lead for all mechanical engineering matters across IREN’s portfolio of data centre projects. This role provides strategic oversight, governance, and leadership for mechanical system design, air and liquid cooling infrastructure, equipment integration, and operational support across capital projects and manufacturing initiatives. The Lead ensures technical excellence, standardization, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and reliable mechanical systems performance across all regions.

With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Job Type: Full-Time l Location: Dallas / Fort Worth l Department: Operations - Engineering l Reporting to: VP, Engineering | Work Location Type: #hybrid

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).


• P.Eng. registration in Texas (registration in Oklahoma would be an asset).


• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical water conveyance and cooling systems for industrial, mission critical and hyperscale data center environments


• Demonstrated experience acting as mechanical discipline lead or senior technical authority on complex projects.


• Strong expertise in equipment validation, protection systems, and power distribution products.


• In-depth knowledge of applicable mechanical codes and standards, including ASHRAE, IMC, IBC, NFPA


• Ability to lead technical risk assessments and provide executive-level recommendations.


• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.


• Experience working with data center clients or mission-critical facilities is highly desirable.

Job Responsibilities

• Act as the mechanical engineering discipline lead and technical authority for mechanical systems and cooling equipment, and their integration across all projects


• Manage directly or functionally a team of senior, intermediate and junior mechanical engineers


• Ensure Mechanical disciplineis coordinated appropriatelywith other disciplines like Civil, Architectural, Structural, Electrical and Piping.


• Establish and maintain mechanical engineering standards, design criteria, and technical specifications to ensure consistency, safety, and reliability across products and installations.


• Provide final technical review and approval ofmechanical designs, calculations, and deliverables prepared internally or by external consultants and vendors.


• Oversee the design and validation of mechanicalsystems for custom-manufactured equipment including central cooling plants, fire protection, site water distribution, re-fuelling facilities, etc


• Lead technical reviews, constructability assessments, and risk evaluations formechanicalsystems prior to release for production or installation.


• Serve as the primary mechanical interface between engineering, manufacturing, QA/QC, project management, and external stakeholders.


• Provide technical leadership during customer interactions, supporting complex discussions related to mechanical systems design, performance, and compliance.


• Ensure technical documentation, drawings, specifications, and test reports meet internal standards and regulatory requirements.


• Identify technical risks related to mechanical systems and provide mitigation strategies to senior leadership.


• Mentor andprovidetechnical guidance to junior engineers and cross-functional team members.


• Monitor industry trends, evolving codes, and regulatory changes in the data center and mechanical manufacturing sectors, ensuring proactive integration into company standards.

Job Benefits

At IREN, we offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes base salary, annual performance incentives, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through equity programs. These offerings are part of our broader total rewards package, thoughtfully designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success.

Compensation

• Actual compensation will bedeterminedbased on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region.


• Total Compensation packagemay beinclusive of short-term and long-term incentives.


• Relocation (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage – 100% company paid for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents


• Company-paid life and disability insurance


• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available


• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with theHigh-DeductibleHealth Plan


• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Financial Well-Being

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match


• Financial wellness tools and resources

Time Off & Flexibility

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility


• Training and personal development opportunities

Lifestyle & Culture

• Company events and team-building activities

We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you — whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!

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