Crusoe · 1 day ago
Principal Mechanical Engineer
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$204K/yr - $240K/yr
8+ years expCrusoe is on a mission to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence through sustainable technology. The Principal Mechanical Engineer will serve as the technical authority on power generation projects, leading the design and integration of critical mechanical systems for high-performance data centers.
AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Data CenterEnergyEnergy ManagementOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Lead full lifecycle engineering for power generation systems, from feasibility studies through design, construction, and operation
Own the integration of turbines, pumps, piping, and rotating equipment at U.S. and international sites
Review and approve advanced engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with ASME and API codes
Drive vendor selection and technical bid reviews; approve critical equipment designs and inspections
Guide technology choices through trade-off analyses to optimize cost, performance, and reliability
Partner with business development on bids, budgets, and client presentations
Mentor junior engineers, building technical strength across the team
Advance decarbonization initiatives including hydrogen co-firing and carbon capture integration
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
8+ years in project engineering and management within power generation, oil & gas, or heavy industry
Proven expertise in gas turbine technology and packaged mechanical systems
Mastery of ASME and API standards
Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks)
Deep knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and rotordynamics
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills with a track record of delivering complex projects
Willingness to travel up to 25%
Alignment with Crusoe's mission and values
Preferred
M.S. in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
PE license
PMP certification
Benefits
Industry competitive pay
Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company
Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
Employer contributions to HSA accounts
Paid Parental Leave
Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
Teladoc
401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Cell phone reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Subscription to the Calm app
MetLife Legal
Company paid commuter benefit; $300/month
Company
Crusoe
Crusoe is a vertically integrated AI infrastructure company that builds and operates data centers powered by energy sources.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.9BKey Investors
Victory Park CapitalBrookfield Asset ManagementUpper90
2025-12-19Secondary Market
2025-10-23Series E· $1.4B
2025-08-25Debt Financing· $175M
Leadership Team
Chase Lochmiller
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Cully Cavness
Co-Founder, President and Chief Strategy Officer
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