Danfoss · 3 weeks ago
Data Center Engineering System Architect
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $140K/yr
8+ years expDanfoss is shaping the future of sustainable data centers. We’re seeking a Platform Architect to lead the design and development of our physical infrastructure, ensuring maximum efficiency, reliability, and scalability while driving energy optimization for a greener future.
Industrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Thermal Load System Architecture
Lead the design or retrofit of complete data center infrastructures—from transformer to server
Define high‑level system architecture for energy supply, thermal management, and platform integration
Design air‑ and liquid‑cooled thermal systems, including full P&IDs with temperature levels, flow rates, and piping dimensions
Specify system‑level requirements for simulation and performance modeling teams
Produce clear, detailed diagrams and technical illustrations to communicate infrastructure concepts
Provide visual documentation to support internal teams and external stakeholders
Serve as the technical liaison between customers and product teams
Translate customer needs into tailored, high‑efficiency system designs
Drive advancements in thermal and energy system design with a focus on sustainability
Partner with the IP team to document and protect innovative solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Plant Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (with experience in Thermal Engineering), Energy Engineering, Energy Plant Engineering, or a related field (required)
Minimum 8 years of professional experience in system architecture, ideally in data center thermal management or related areas
Proven expertise in air‑ and liquid‑cooled systems
Familiarity with current trends and challenges in data center thermal management; large‑scale data center experience is a plus
Skilled in designing and optimizing data center systems, with a focus on thermal management for both air‑ and liquid‑cooled environments
Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD; solid understanding of simulation environments
Ability to select, size, and optimize components to meet performance, efficiency, and scalability targets
Strong ability to address complex infrastructure challenges and deliver robust, scalable solutions
Excellent written and verbal skills; able to translate customer needs into clear technical specifications and designs
Creative mindset with experience in developing novel solutions; familiarity with intellectual property protection processes is an advantage
Preferred
Master's degree or higher in one of these fields (preferred)
Benefits
13th salary
Annual bonus
Paid vacation
Pension plans
Personal insurance
And more.
Company
Danfoss
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Advanced Propulsion Centre UK
2018-08-14Grant
Leadership Team
Ricardo Schneider
CEO & President Danfoss Turbocor
Bryan Menezes
Global Business Development & Strategic Partnerships - Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives
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