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NetSuite · 3 months ago

Architect, Mechanical, OCI, NA

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

NetSuite is seeking an experienced Mechanical Architect to lead the design and implementation of mechanical systems for data centers. The role involves producing reference architectures, optimizing energy efficiency, and providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Cloud ComputingComputerCRMiOSSaaSSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Own and produce reference architectures and technical standards for mechanical systems: air cooling (CRAC/CRAH, air-side economization), liquid cooling (CDU, cold plates, rear-door heat exchangers), and adiabatic cooling

Define scalable designs for hyperscale and high-density/HPC AI workloads, including redundancy, and control strategies

Drive adoption of industry best practices aligned with ASHRAE TC9.9, Uptime Institute, and applicable local codes

Set and deliver targets for PUE, and mechanical load reduction; optimize WUE and water risk where applicable

Lead total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses, cost modeling, and energy/capacity planning to reduce both capex and opex

Implement control sequences and optimization (BMS/SCADA/PLC) to minimize energy without sacrificing reliability or SLAs

Provide technical leadership from concept through commissioning (L1–L5) and integrated systems testing (IST)

Review and approve MEP designs, equipment selection, and CFD/thermal modeling; validate performance against design intent

Partner with Data Center Operations on continuous improvement

Build and manage strategic relationships with OEMs, integrators, and critical suppliers; lead RFI/RFPs and negotiate technical requirements

Track industry trends and emerging technologies (e.g., advanced liquid cooling, controls, materials) and develop adoption roadmaps

Qualification

Mechanical systems architectureEnergy optimizationCost modelingBMS/SCADA/PLC controlCFD/thermal modelingVendor managementIndustry trend analysisEnglish language proficiencyTechnical leadership