Supermicro · 21 hours ago
Staff Data Center Mechanical Engineer
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$200K/yr - $245K/yr
10+ years expSupermicro is a leading provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for data centers and cloud computing. They are seeking an experienced Staff Data Center Mechanical Engineer to design mechanical systems for AI and hyperscale data centers, ensuring high standards for performance and energy efficiency.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingCloud InfrastructureEmbedded SystemsManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
Lead the mechanical design scope for new and retrofit data centers, covering air- and liquid-cooling systems, and design the systems to meet redundancy and efficiency targets
Develop and maintain mechanical design standards, OPRs, and BODs for all Supermicro data center programs
Perform load calculations, system sizing, and equipment selection for pumps, chillers, cooling towers, dry coolers, and heat exchangers
Collaborate with electrical, controls, and architectural teams to optimize overall facility layout, energy use, and serviceability
Provide engineering oversight for plumbing and fire-protection system design, ensuring full code compliance and integration with mechanical infrastructure
Review consultant and contractor drawings, specifications, and submittals to verify accuracy and adherence to Supermicro standards
Be familiar with OCP standards such as facility design and liquid-cooling requirements, and with ASHRAE guidelines for thermal management and environmental control
Support commissioning activities, including factory acceptance testing (FAT), site inspections, and integrated systems testing (IST)
Identify and evaluate new cooling technologies such as rear-door heat exchangers, immersion cooling, and liquid-to-liquid heat-transfer systems
Lead energy-efficiency initiatives aimed at improving PUE and WUE across all projects
Manage mechanical system risk assessments and provide mitigation strategies during design and construction phases
Interface with utilities and permitting authorities to ensure smooth project execution and compliance
Document lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement of mechanical design templates and workflows
Mentor engineers and teams as mechanical systems expert
Train internal staff and join design and commissioning events
Assess vendors, review equipment, and test standard components
Keep up with ASHRAE TC 9.9, sustainability, and new mechanical tech for dense computing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field
At least 10 years' experience designing mission-critical or hyperscale data centers
PE license required
Expertise in HVAC: chilled-water, condenser-water, air-handling systems
Knowledge of wet/dry mechanical systems, plumbing, fire protection
Able to lead mechanical design from concept to commissioning
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and external consultants
Familiar with U.S. and international codes (ASHRAE, NFPA, ISO, local AHJ)
Strong analytical and communication skills; detail-oriented
Willing to travel up to 50% domestically/internationally
Preferred
Master's in Mechanical Engineering
Data center cooling systems experience, including high-density and modular integration
Skilled in CFD analysis and BIM/Revit for airflow, thermal, and spatial planning
Knowledgeable in sustainable design: economizers, heat-recovery, free-cooling
Managed mechanical work for prefabricated or modular data centers
Proven vendor collaboration, system optimization, and infrastructure delivery
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Participation in bonus and equity award programs
Company
Supermicro
Supermicro is a global leader in high-performance, high-efficiency server technology and innovation.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Matt Thauberger
Vice President of Strategy and Business Development
Somik Behera
General Manager, Software & AI Products
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