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Critical Project Services ยท 3 months ago

Engineering Lead - Mechanical Data Center Design

Critical Project Services is seeking a results-driven Mechanical Engineering Lead to oversee the design, development, and manufacturing integration of cooling products. The role involves leading mechanical design, guiding engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with performance and environmental requirements while collaborating with various teams to implement robust production processes.

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Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical design of thermal/cooling products throughout the product lifecycle
Guide engineering teams on materials, structural integrity, fluid dynamics, and thermal performance optimization
Ensure compliance with thermal performance, pressure rating, durability, and environmental requirements
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to implement robust, repeatable production processes
Drive DFM/DFA activities for heat exchangers, fans, pumps, tubing, and structural housings
Support tooling design, assembly processes, and test procedures tailored to cooling product production
Oversee 3D modeling, tolerance stack-ups, and detailed engineering documentation
Perform and review thermal and structural simulations (e.g., CFD, FEA) to validate design assumptions
Evaluate product cost, performance, and manufacturability trade-offs
Define and support validation protocols for cooling system performance, environmental durability, and reliability testing
Interpret test data and drive corrective actions to meet design goals
Lead a cross-functional team of mechanical engineers, designers, and technicians
Coordinate schedules, priorities, and deliverables to align with production and program milestones
Report on design maturity, risks, and resolution plans to senior leadership

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringCooling Systems DesignMechanical CADManufacturing ProcessesThermal Performance OptimizationProduct Lifecycle ManagementLeadershipCollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master's preferred)
7+ years of mechanical engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a lead or manufacturing-focused role
Deep understanding of cooling systems including heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics
Experience with mechanical CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and analysis tools (e.g., ANSYS, FloTHERM, or similar)
Knowledge of manufacturing processes: brazing, welding, CNC machining, injection molding, and assembly operations
Background in HVAC, electronics cooling, automotive thermal systems, or industrial heat exchangers
Familiarity with ISO 9001, ASME standards, and product compliance testing
Experience with ERP/PLM systems, BOM management, and product lifecycle workflows
Exposure to lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies

Company

Critical Project Services

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Critical Project Services is an unique full service, project management consulting firm focusing on the energy industry.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Lori Willox
Chief Financial Officer
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Tom Kline, CPA, CCIFP
Interim Chief Financial Officer
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