Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Memphis

SpaceX Super Intelligence; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceXSI in Memphis, TN seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design, analyze and validate data center fluid and HVAC systems. You will model components and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet aggressive build timelines.

Required: a Bachelor’s in engineering, a PE license, and 10+ years with valves, pumps and heat exchangers. Proficiency with REVIT and CAD, plus data-acquisition tools, is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10+ years of experience with fluids components such as valves, pumps, COPVs, compressors, heat exchangers, pressure transducers, or temperature sensors.

Responsibilities

• Own and be SME on fluid/HVAC components across data center builds.
• Perform CAD modeling and design in 3D; deconflict with other disciplines.
• Perform fluid analyses for pressure balance and component design.
• Coordinate with procurement, construction and other disciplines for equipment.
• Ensure designs are manufacturable and transition smoothly to manufacturing.

Skills

Fluid systems design

HVAC systems

Leadership

Independent work

Data center domain knowledge

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

CAD modeling

REVIT

Data acquisition equipment

Test instrumentation

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today, SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary and expanding consciousness to the stars.SpaceXSI is building Super Intelligence to help humanity understand the universe. Our teams are building the full Super Intelligence stack: from our Colossus supercomputers, to Grok models, to our suite of applications, including Grok Bot, Grok Build, Grok Imagine, Grok Voice, and X. We're creating a powerful flywheel where more compute trains better models, better models power more useful products, and what we learn from people using those products shapes what we build next.

SR. MECHANICAL ENGINEER

As a member of the data center engineering team you will design, build, and activate some of the world’s most technically advanced data center facilities. You will be the subject matter expert on thermal management, pumping, flow control, HVAC, and other critical fluid systems. You will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of data center and compute technology. This role involves design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing of data center systems and support elements. You will work with other engineering disciplines, construction managers, architects and internal customers to both identify needs and accomplish goals. The position is based in Memphis, TN.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for owning and being the subject matter expert on fluid/HVAC components across data center builds– chillers, pumps, dry coolers, chemical treatment, water storage, building pressurization, comfort heating/ cooling, heat exchangers, pumps, valves and systems
• Perform CAD modeling and design of these systems. Deconflict your design with other disciplines in three dimensions
• Perform fluid analyses for pressure balance, component design allowable, and consumables determination
• Coordinate with procurement, construction and other disciplines to select, apply and procure equipment to your design that meets the timeline, cost profile and performance required for the build
• When designing for internal manufacturing partners, ensure designs are manufacturable and reliable; work with the production team to ensure a smooth transition to a reliable manufacturing process that has minimal design engineering sustainment engineering required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 10+ years of professional experience working with various fluids components such as valves, pumps, COPVs, compressors, heat exchangers, pressure transducers, or temperature sensors

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proven track record of effective management and leadership
• Consulting experience in the data center market – AI-specific experience preferred
• 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 REVIT with a solid understanding and application of parametric design tools and software
• Ability to work independently

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

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