Nebius
Mechanical Design Engineer - Data Centers
$115K–$225K
United States · Full-time · Posted Aug 20, 2026
- Experience
- 8+ years; no alternatives stated.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Visa sponsorship
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.
About the job
Evaluates data center mechanical infrastructure and cooling systems for capacity, reliability, feasibility, and readiness, informing project decisions and engineering standards.
What you'll do
- Assess cooling systems, HVAC, and critical mechanical equipment, including liquid-cooled and hybrid solutions.
- Conduct technical due diligence and provide feasibility recommendations and Go/No-Go input for data center projects.
- Validate mechanical designs and capacity assumptions, and coordinate with engineering teams, vendors, and consultants.
What they ask for
- 8+ years of experience in data center mechanical engineering, MEP design, or mission-critical mechanical systems.
- Experience with cooling topology, liquid cooling, chiller plants, and CRAH/CRAC systems for high-density AI/hyperscale environments.
- Experience evaluating mechanical feasibility of sites or facilities before commercial commitment.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
Nice to have
- Experience supporting hyperscale data center or AI infrastructure development.
- BMS controls integration, mechanical systems commissioning, PE license or similar certification, or due diligence for colocation/build-to-suit infrastructure.
Pay
$115K to $225K OTE (includes base salary and bonus); $115,000 — $225,000 USD (Base Compensation Range)
Tools
BMS, HVAC, CRAH/CRAC
AI focus
Evaluates cooling infrastructure for AI and hyperscale environments, supporting AI infrastructure development.
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