Mechanical Engineer - Structural / Packaging, Advanced Engineering jobs in United States
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Fluidstack · 1 day ago

Mechanical Engineer - Structural / Packaging, Advanced Engineering

positionSan Francisco, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$200K/yr - $300K/yr
date5+ years exp

Fluidstack is building the infrastructure for abundant intelligence by partnering with AI labs, governments, and enterprises. The Mechanical Engineer focused on Structural / Packaging will lead the design of a direct current air cooled chiller program for AI data centers, ensuring the structural integrity and manufacturability of the chiller platform.

Cloud ComputingCloud StorageGenerative AIGPUInformation TechnologyMachine LearningPrivate CloudSoftware

Responsibilities

Lead structural frame design and lifting analysis for an ACC chiller unit
Develop 3D CAD models for the complete chiller assembly, including component layout, piping routing, and electrical integration
Complete refrigerant piping design and stress analysis per ASME B31.5
Coordinate packaging of major components including compressors, condenser coils (18-24 EC fans), evaporators, pumps, and electrical panels
Develop shipping and transport strategy, including modular shipping options for oversized loads
Work with contract manufacturers on frame fabrication, assembly tooling, and production processes
Create assembly drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation
Support prototype assembly, including leak testing (nitrogen/helium) and pressure testing
Drive compliance with pressure vessel certification (ASME BPVC) where applicable

Qualification

Mechanical design3D CAD SolidWorks3D CAD InventorStructural analysisRefrigerant piping designPrototype buildsDesign for manufacturingPressure vessel designVibration analysisPE licenseHands-on experience

Required

5+ years of experience in mechanical design of industrial equipment, preferably HVAC, refrigeration, or similar packaged systems
Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar) and 2D drafting
Experience with structural analysis and FEA for equipment frames and supports
Knowledge of refrigerant piping design and ASME B31.5 requirements
Hands on experience with prototype builds and manufacturing processes (welding, sheet metal, assembly)
Understanding of design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for serviceability principles
Experience working with contract manufacturers and managing fabrication vendors
BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Preferred

Experience with large packaged equipment (chillers, rooftop units, air handlers)
Background in pressure vessel design and ASME BPVC compliance
Experience with vibration analysis and isolation for rotating equipment
PE license

Benefits

Equity in the form of stock options

Company

Fluidstack

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FluidStack is an AI cloud platform for frontier labs and startups.
dateFounded in 2017
location
London, England, GBR
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://www.fluidstack.io

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Seedcamp
2025-06-01Undisclosed
2024-10-01Private Equity
2018-02-01Pre Seed

Leadership Team

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Gary Wu
CEO, Co-Founder
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