Fluidstack · 6 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer - Structural / Packaging, Advanced Engineering
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$200K/yr - $300K/yr
5+ years expFluidstack is a company focused on building infrastructure for artificial intelligence. The role of Mechanical Engineer - Structural / Packaging involves owning the physical design of a direct current air cooled chiller platform, including responsibilities such as structural frame design, component packaging, and working with contract manufacturers.
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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
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
Total compensation may also include equity in the form of stock options.
Company
Fluidstack
FluidStack is an AI cloud platform for frontier labs and startups.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Seedcamp
2025-06-01Undisclosed
2024-10-01Private Equity
2018-02-01Pre Seed
Leadership Team
Gary Wu
CEO, Co-Founder
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