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Mechanical Engineering Lead
Mechanical Engineering LeadCritical Project Services • Houston, TX, US
Mechanical Engineering Lead

Mechanical Engineering Lead

Critical Project Services • Houston, TX, US
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Overview

Lead the mechanical subsystem design and integration for modular data center platforms, with a focus on thermal systems, structural assemblies, and manufacturability. This role connects product engineering with scalable, high-quality manufacturing, ensuring that cooling systems meet performance, cost, regulatory, and reliability requirements throughout the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the mechanical design, validation, and manufacturing integration of thermal / cooling subsystems (e.g., heat exchangers, HVAC systems, chillers, pumps, enclosures).
  • Ensure compliance with thermal performance, pressure, durability, and environmental standards across development stages.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, controls, manufacturing, and quality to ensure integrated system performance.
  • Apply DFM / DFA best practices and collaborate with suppliers and fabrication partners (including Link Manufacturing and Link Sigma) to ensure scalable designs.
  • Develop and maintain 3D models, tolerance stack-ups, detailed drawings, and full BOMs.
  • Define and execute mechanical validation plans using simulation (FEA, CFD) and physical testing, including analysis of thermal and structural performance.
  • Support tooling design, process definition, and readiness for New Product Introduction (NPI) in coordination with supply chain and operations.
  • Actively contribute to the Product Engineering Management System (PEMS) and engage in design reviews, change governance, and standardization efforts.
  • Own the mechanical subsystem throughout the product lifecycle and act as key contributor in the Technical Core Team.

Technical Skills

  • Deep knowledge of thermal and fluid systems : heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics.
  • Strong proficiency in SolidWorks is required. Experience with FEA (ANSYS) and thermal simulation tools (FloTHERM or similar) is strongly preferred.
  • Expertise in material selection, structural analysis, and mechanical tolerancing.
  • Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, welding, brazing, injection molding, and assembly operations.
  • Demonstrated application of DFM / DFA principles and mechanical risk assessment frameworks.
  • Extensive experience managing and structuring multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs) across engineering and manufacturing phases.
  • Experience working with ERP and PLM systems for part tracking, configuration control, and lifecycle management.
  • Familiarity with mechanical engineering standards (ASHRAE, ISO 9001, ASME).
  • Experience collaborating with manufacturing partners including Link Manufacturing and Link Sigma.

    • Leadership & Management Skills

  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and coordinate priorities across design, supply chain, and manufacturing functions.
  • Effective communicator who bridges technical and business goals and builds trust across departments.
  • Demonstrates strong ownership and decision-making in high-stakes engineering environments.
  • Ability to mentor and elevate engineering talent; fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Operates as a technical authority and peer-level partner to other subsystem leads and stakeholders.
  • Aligns team execution with program milestones and organizational growth strategies.

    • Employment Type : Full Time

    Bonus / Commission : No

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