Lead Mechanical Engineer in United States

I’m partnering with a rapidly scaling AI infrastructure company that is building next-generation hyperscale data center campuses across the US.

We’re looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to define and lead the mechanical cooling strategy for some of the largest AI compute infrastructure projects in the industry.

Locations: TX | NY | CA| USA

Role: Full-time

Compensation: $300K–$350K base + equity (DOE)

Travel: ~20–30%

This is an owner/developer-side role where you’ll have the opportunity to shape mechanical systems from chip-to-chiller — supporting high-density AI/HPC deployments at unprecedented scale.

Key focus areas:

• Hyperscale / AI data center cooling strategy
• Chilled water plants, heat rejection, and thermal management
• Direct liquid cooling & high-density GPU environments
• Mechanical standards, Basis of Design, and master specifications
• Modular / prefabricated mechanical systems
• Leading design delivery across multiple sites
• Managing consultants, vendors, and engineering teams

Ideal background:

• 10+ years mechanical engineering experience in data centers or mission-critical environments
• Strong hyperscale / HPC cooling experience
• Experience with MEP design delivery and owner-side engineering
• Knowledge of ASHRAE TC 9.9, liquid cooling, and critical infrastructure standards
• Experience leading teams and driving technical strategy

For more information please contact:

ellen.harradine@clear-er.com