NorthMark Strategies · 2 months ago
Mission-Critical (Liquid Cooling) Mechanical Operations Manager - HPCC
Spartanburg, SC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expNorthMark Strategies is a company focused on high-performance computing and cloud infrastructure. They are seeking a Mission-Critical (Liquid Cooling) Mechanical Operations Manager to lead operations and maintenance of cooling systems in high-density compute environments, ensuring reliable thermal performance and overseeing a specialized team.
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Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and develop a team of SMEs and third-party service provider operators responsible for the operation and maintenance of Hybrid Space cooling systems
Refine and maintain operational standards, shift coverage models, and escalation protocols in collaboration with other departments to ensure consistency, clarity, and continuous availability of cooling systems
Oversee system monitoring, alarm response, and fault isolation procedures for CDUs, RDHXs, and rack-level cooling systems
Drive continuous improvement of liquid cooling system performance, energy efficiency, and reliability
Coordinate with Controls & Integration teams to maintain stable system logic, setpoints, and interlocks within CDUs and rack cooling loops
Oversee trending, data collection, and performance analysis to identify opportunities for Collaborate closely with the Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls departments to ensure proper hydraulic balance, thermal management, and redundancy across interconnected systems
Participate in change management reviews for work that impacts or originates within the compute cooling environment
Ensure precise communication and coordination during planned maintenance and incident response to minimize compute downtime
Continuously enhance and uphold preventive maintenance schedules, task documentation, and vendor coordination for CDUs, RDHXs, and loop isolation valves, ensuring long-term reliability and alignment with evolving operational standards
Lead root cause investigations for compute cooling-related incidents
Maintain up-to-date as-built documentation, maintenance records, and equipment specifications
Oversee chemical and mechanical treatment of the technical water systems that support liquid cooling
Ensure consistent monitoring and testing of system chemistry, including corrosion inhibitors, pH levels, conductivity, and biological activity
Coordinate sampling, filtration, and chemical dosing programs to maintain fluid integrity within manufacturer and system design specifications
Manage relationships with water treatment vendors and ensure compliance with environmental and operational standards
Ensure all compute cooling operations comply with EHS, Lockout/Tagout, and confined-space policies, as well as liquid cooling and chemical handling standards
Enforce PPE and training requirements for all operators and contractors handling liquid cooling systems and associated components
Report regularly to senior leadership on system performance, operator efficiency, and reliability KPIs
Track and report metrics such as loop temperatures, delta-T performance, CDU utilization, and system availability
Provide chemistry performance reports, including trends, deviations, and corrective actions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Engineering, or related technical discipline; or equivalent experience
8+ years of experience in mission-critical environments (data centers, HPC facilities, or industrial cooling systems)
Direct experience with liquid cooling systems, CDUs, RDHXs, or other high-density compute thermal management technologies
Proven success managing operational teams or contracted workforce in 24/7 environments
Experience with water chemistry management, corrosion control, and industrial cooling fluid systems
Strong understanding of integrated mechanical/electrical/control systems supporting high-performance compute
Familiarity with NFPA, ASHRAE, and OSHA standards applicable to mission-critical cooling systems
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
Benefits
Hybrid-Work Schedule: We provide a hybrid working schedule with 3 days a week in the office
Company-Paid Lunch Stipend: Lunch is provided via GrubHub
Company-Paid Benefits: 100% Employer-Paid Medical in our High Deductible Health Plan, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and their families, 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Life insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
401(k): Company will match 100% of your contributions up to 6%
Optional Employee-Paid Benefits: Medical insurance in our PPO plan and a variety of other benefits such as Health Savings Accounts (with Company Contribution!), Flexible Spending Accounts, Supplemental Life Insurance, Wellhub and more.
Time Off: 25 days of Paid Time Off plus 12 company holidays
Company
NorthMark Strategies
NorthMark Strategies is a multi-strategy investment firm managing diverse portfolios and offering advisory services across sectors.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase