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General Summary
As the Director of Maintenance, you will be the on‑site authority guiding all maintenance and service operations to ensure aircraft are safe, airworthy, and ready for flight. You'll oversee maintenance activities in full alignment with FAA regulations, the Quality Control Manual (QCM), the Repair Station Manual (RSM), and all approved maintenance data. Your leadership ensures every aircraft is maintained and released to service in full compliance with 14 CFR Part 145.
In this pivotal role, you will provide the strategic direction, hands‑on leadership, and regulatory accountability that keeps our maintenance organization operating at peak performance. You'll lead and mentor maintenance teams, oversee maintenance planning, and drive the daily execution of service operations at your assigned location-all while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Primary Responsbilities
Regulatory & Airworthiness Oversight
- Ensure compliance with 14 CFR Part 145, Repair Station Manual, Quality Manual, and applicable FAA guidance.
- Ensure maintenance is performed using approved technical data and proper procedures.
- Ensure proper execution of return-to-service documentation.
- Support FAA, customer, and third-party audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
- Coordinate with Quality and Engineering on regulatory interpretation and compliance matters.
Maintenance & Service Execution
- Direct all maintenance, inspection, repair, and modification activities at the site.
- Ensure effective planning, sequencing, and control of maintenance work.
- Ensure personnel, tooling, facilities, and materials are adequate for assigned work.
- Conduct daily production oversight to ensure safe, compliant, and timely execution.
Safety Management
- Promote and enforce a safety-first culture in accordance with the company Safety Management System (SMS).
- Ensure hazards, incidents, and near misses are reported and addressed.
- Support investigations and corrective actions related to maintenance events or deviations.
Personnel & Training
- Ensure maintenance personnel are properly trained, qualified, and authorized to perform assigned tasks.
- Ensure compliance with training, certification, and recurrent qualification requirements.
- Provide leadership, direction, and accountability to maintenance supervisors and staff.
Operational Performance
- Monitor and manage performance related to schedule adherence, labor utilization, and rework.
- Identify and address operational constraints impacting compliance, safety, or delivery.
- Support coordination with Planning, Parts, Quality, and Customer Experience functions.
Top Candidates Will Possess
- Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business or related field preferred
- Minimum 10 years aircraft maintenance experience
- Minimum 5 years in a maintenance leadership role within a Part 145 environment
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate required
- Deep understanding of business aviation airframes, powerplants, and diagnostics
- Strong working knowledge of FAA Part 145 (and Part 91/135 interfaces), safety management systems, and quality assurance principles
- Ability to troubleshoot complex maintenance issues and guide teams through efficient, compliant resolutions
- Proficient in planning, workflow optimization, scheduling, and resource allocation
- Strong communicator capable of translating technical issues into clear, customer‑friendly information
- Builds trust with aircraft owners, operators, and OEMs through transparency and exceptional service delivery
- Drives long‑range planning, departmental budgeting, capacity forecasting, and capability development
- Identifies new service opportunities, efficiencies, and technology integrations to keep the MRO competitive
- Inspires, coaches, and builds high‑performing maintenance teams
- Demonstrates calm, confident decision‑making in high‑pressure operational environments
ThinkBIG Intern - Davenport, IA - August 2026
Req No.
2025-5443
Category
ThinkBIG Internship
Location
US-IA-Davenport
Type
Regular Part-Time
Union or Non-Union
Non-Union
Division
Heavy
Company
Altorfer Inc
Working Hours/Days
8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Store/School hours and some Saturdays as needed.
Overview
Think Big Program
(Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology Program)
If you or anyone you know is considering careers please advise them of this fantastic opportunity in a high-demand field. Students can receive their Associate in Applied Sciences while going through our paid internship! Additionally, we also have a tuition reimbursement Program for students!
Basic Duties
The Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology Program is a great opportunity for anyone interested in going to school to learn a skilled trade in a high-demand industry. Students will go through a two-year curriculum where they will rotationally attend Illinois Central College, located in East Peoria, for 8 weeks and then attend an Altorfer branch to complete an 8 week internship. This rotation continues throughout the duration of the program. A few of the courses they will take are Fundamentals of Hydraulics, Caterpillar Engine Fuel Systems, Fundamentals of Electrical Systems, Diagnostic Testing, and Undercarriage/Final Drives.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a junior college with an above-average grade point & a drive for a career in service technology.
- Credentials, including being a self-starter with good time management, planning & organizational skills, team-oriented, and commitment to detail, are recommended.
- Must be able to lift 70lbs.
- Basic computer skills with programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Must have or will be receiving a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Willingness to work overtime and some weekends when needed.
- Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record. This includes no more than 2 minor violations within the past 3 years and no major violations within the past 5 years (Motor Vehicle Report will be performed on the final candidate).
Please visit the link below to apply and for more information.
academics/catalog/agricultural-and-industrial-technologies/caterpillar-dealer-service-technology/
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disabled/Vets
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
This position works in a warehouse/shop environment. May on a continuous basis walk, climb on and off equipment, bend and lift up to 75-100lbs. May be required to wear appropriate safety equipment (IE- Safety glasses or side shields) when needed. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. May intermittently sit at a desk for a period of time to answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through email. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Why Work for Altorfer?
At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the "A-Team" and is critical to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.
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• Work with cross-functional teams to identify and implement continuous improvement projects for safety, quality, delivery, and cost
• Lead and manage small to moderate scope capital projects
• Establish and maintain layouts, labor standards, methods and sequence of events for assembly operations
• Analyze, develop, and implement new manufacturing processes and technologies
• Provide support and troubleshooting for current assembly operations
What Skills You Need
• 1 or more years of experience with manufacturing processes, quality, tooling, preventative maintenance, and facilities
• Experience with engineering tools and manufacturing execution systems
• Experience leading and implementing projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong communication skills with operators, peers, and leadership
• Self-motivated and able to execute with minimal supervision
Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:
Bachelor's degree in engineering/technology discipline or equivalent related work experience
(Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical engineering preferred)
• Strong personal accountability, follow-through, and ability to foster a positive, engaged team environment
Identify and implement cost reduction, quality, safety and ergonomic improvement ideas for loader cab assembly operations
Applicants must hold a valid passport.
Company Environment
Our client is an international manufacturer of automated industrial equipment used in high-demand production environments
This position plays a central role in supporting and stabilizing service operations.
Role Overview The Customer Support & Service Coordination Specialist is the main contact point for North American customers regarding after-sales matters.
This is an office-based role focused on coordination, communication, and planning, covering:
- Spare parts requests and follow-up
- Planning and coordination of field service activities
- First-level customer interaction
- Daily coordination between service teams, sales, and internal operations
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the first contact for customers (email & phone) regarding:
- Spare parts needs
- Service interventions
- Coordination of technical support requests
- Support the scheduling and planning of field service technicians:
- Organizing interventions
- Managing priorities and urgent cases
- Aligning customer needs with technician availability
- Act as a daily interface between:
- Field service teams
- Spare parts logistics
- Sales and internal teams
- Industrial customers
- Ensure timely follow-up and clear communication on all open requests
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of service coordination processes
A strong engineering background is not required for this role.
However, the ideal candidate will bring:
- Experience in customer service within an industrial or manufacturing setting
- Familiarity with:
- Spare parts coordination
- Service planning or scheduling
- Supporting field service teams
- Experience interacting with B2B industrial clients
- Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities
- Comfort handling multiple requests in parallel
- Clear, professional communication skills (written and verbal)
- An understanding of service responsiveness in machine-based environments
This role is not suited to a purely administrative profile with no exposure to industrial realities.
We are looking for someone who understands:
- How industrial service organisations function
- The impact of equipment downtime on customers
- The importance of follow-up, structure, and accountability in after-sales service
Engineering Technician - Product Engineering Support
Milan, IL
24 months (can extend)
Pay rate: $28/ hours on w2
Someone working as an automotive technician or electrical technician would be a good target. They can teach some of the testing and reading of schematics if needed. Candidates must be familiar working with the tools/machinery.
MAJOR PURPOSE:
Working in the Accelerated Design Verification (ADV) group to provide project support performing test setup, monitoring, inspection, and reporting using procedures and criteria set forth in the test plan. This is a 3rd shift position. (10p-6:30a).
MAJOR DUTIES:
Assembly of test rigs based on layout drawings and setup instructions. This includes:
Mechanical assembly using hand tools and battery/air impact wrenches
Use of overhead cranes
Connecting hydraulic plumbing
Connecting electrical control cables
Requires bending, kneeling, working at floor level
Must be able to lift 25 lbs
Document any changes to the setup procedure and layout drawings for continuous improvement.
Monitor and adjust test controls as necessary to keep the tests running efficiently.
Perform test specimen inspections and make repairs as required by the defined test parameters.
Document all test related incidents and activities using a web-based application.
Contact the appropriate personnel as required to prevent safety issues, environmental issues, and failures to test equipment or specimens and perform emergency shutoff procedures if necessary.
Perform routine lab maintenance and cleaning. Including, but not limited to, mopping, vacuuming, organizing, and putting away tools/equipment in the lab.
Pick up parts from the Parts Distribution Center and perform various other errands.
PREFERRED BACKGROUND
Experience working on machinery (tear down and repair), mechanic/mechanical background
Knowledge of Windows file/folder structure and how to copy/move/rename files
Good computer skills with Microsoft Office
Ability to read dimensioned part drawings and test layout drawings
Ability to work independently
Experience with servo-hydraulic or hydraulic systems preferred, but not necessary
About US Tech Solutions:
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Driven by a unique Purpose, Culture, and Value Delivery Model, we enable meaningful connections between talented professionals and forward-thinking organizations.
Since our formation in 2002, organizations across commercial and public sectors have been trusting us to help build their teams with exceptional temporary and permanent talent.
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Please apply or call one of us to learn more For further inquiries about this opportunity, please contact one of our Talent Specialists, Amit, at 224 507 1290 Title: IT Solution Architect (Financial Systems)
- Remote Location: Remote (Candidates local to Corning, NY and Charlotte, NC are preferred.
Open to candidates in other locations; candidates must be willing to work EST time zone) Duration: 12 Months with possibility of extension based on demand.
Schedule: Full-time, M-F, 8 AM
- 5 PM.
Some potential flexibility may be required for after-hours work, as needed.
Travel
- up to 25% for travel to Corning, NY.
Estimated as one week per month based on project need.
Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position.
Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered Position Summary The IT Solution Architect for Supply Chain and Finance is responsible for designing, developing, and guiding the implementation of enterprise technology solutions that support client's financial and supply chain processes.
This role collaborates closely with business stakeholders and cross-functional IT teams to ensure systems are scalable, secure, and aligned with organizational strategy.
The architect enables operational excellence by shaping solution roadmaps, ensuring platform integrity, and driving continuous improvement across finance and supply chain applications.
Key Responsibilities Solution Architecture and Design Develop end-to-end architectural designs for finance and supply chain systems in alignment with business objectives.
Assess existing application landscapes and recommend improvements, modernization opportunities, and integration strategies.
Ensure solutions comply with security, data governance, and enterprise architecture standards.
Business Partnership and Collaboration Engage with Finance, Supply Chain, and IT partners to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
Participate in recurring strategic and operational touchpoints, including cFIN review sessions and architecture-focused team meetings.
Provide subject matter guidance on financial systems such as OneStream and other platforms influencing client's digital finance ecosystem.
Technical Leadership and Support Serve as the technical lead for solution implementations, enhancements, and integrations across finance and supply chain domains.
Address escalated issues, provide root-cause analysis, and ensure long-term stability of assigned applications.
Partner with engineering and operations teams to ensure solution resilience, performance, and sustainability.
Governance, Standards and Documentation Contribute to the development of architecture standards, design patterns, and best practices.
Maintain accurate architectural documentation, including roadmaps, diagrams, functional specifications, and integration models.
Continuous Improvement and Innovation Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend opportunities to enhance process efficiency, automation, and system capabilities.
Support modernization initiatives that strengthen client's digital transformation objectives in the finance and supply chain organizations.
Required Qualifications
- Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (minimum required).
5 years of experience as a Solution Architect with financial systems.
Proven experience architecting solutions in enterprise finance and/or supply chain environments.
Deep knowledge of financial systems (e.g., OneStream, SAP cFIN (Central Finance), or similar platforms).
Familiarity with SAP finance and supply chain modules.
Strong understanding of systems integration, data flows, and enterprise application ecosystems.
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language.
Key Competencies Strategic Thinking Ability to design future-focused, scalable solutions.
Technical Expertise Strong architecture and platform skills across finance and supply chain.
Communication and Influence Effectively collaborates with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Problem Solving Skilled at diagnosing complex issues and proposing durable solutions.
Execution Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a global, matrixed organization.
Understanding of data governance, security protocols, and architecture frameworks.
Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative solution workshops and stakeholder discussions.
Interview Process: Two rounds.
First round phone screen with direct manager.
Second round video panel interview, including technical review.
About us: DivIHN, the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond.
The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.
DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer.
DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.
SAP cFIN, OneStream
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Family: General Design Engineering
Organization: Data Center Infrastructure Team
Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX
*Requires up to 20% domestic and/or international travel (rare)
How will you make an impact?
The Lead Electrical CAD Designer will be responsible for creating detailed model designs, modifying existing designs, and working collaboratively with engineers and other team members to meet product specifications. The ideal candidate has in-depth knowledge of various electrical design tools, is detail-oriented, and can effectively communicate design ideas. A strong understanding of Electrical design principles, manufacturing processes, power distribution, automation control (PLC), and electronic device parts are critical. This role will involve selecting key components, developing detailed drawings for control panels, power distribution systems, electrical wiring, and transitioning design to manufacturing.
What will you do?
- Creating 2D and 3D models of electrical systems, particularly for complex projects or when visualization is needed
- Participating in design reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance with requirements
- Advanced proficiency in various CAD software, such as AutoCAD Electrical, Revit, Windchill, Autodesk Inventor-EMX, Autodesk Fusion, to design, draft, and model complex electrical for power system and automation control
- Strong understanding of electrical symbols, power systems and automation control with the concepts to accurately create designs that meet technical specifications and standards
- Work closely with engineers and other designers to meet product specifications and performance requirements
- Modify and revise designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems
- Prepare and revise engineering drawings, schematics, BOMs, and layouts as required.
- Check and validate designs to ensure they meet required quality and safety standards
- Excellent attention to detail for ensuring the accuracy of measurements, dimensions, and design specifications
- Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex technical drawings, single line diagram, wiring diagram, schematic, power plan, automation control, ladder diagram, and electrical device specifications
- Designing and creating schematic PLC input/output connections.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials for creating feasible and cost-effective designs.
- Evaluate/optimize manufacturing assembly processes by designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment, conferring with equipment vendors, and soliciting observations from production team
- Adopt at creating detailed electrical design of components, sub-assemblies, and system integration
- Capable of creating a Bill of Materials (BOM) for release to manufacturing
- Manage relationships with power systems, electronics, control component vendors, and contract manufacturers
- Keep updated with the latest technologies and methods to ensure competitive and cost-effective designs
- Discuss with management and production staff to assess engineering feasibility and cost-effectiveness
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
How will you get here?
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Design or relevant field is required
Experience:
- 6-8 years of experience in electrical design within the power distribution or data center industry.
- Proven experience as a CAD designer, preferably in an electrical engineering environment.
- Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical, Revit).
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, integration strategy, and system coordination
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication skills to liaise with engineers, manufacturers, and clients, explaining designs and modifications clearly and efficiently
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of electrical design, manufacturing processes, and material properties.
- Power Systems, PLC, VFD, motor control, electronic automation control device, sensors, AC/DC, single phase and three phase power systems.
- Electrical Standards, Codes, and regulations: IEEE, UL, ANSI/NEMA, NFPA 70E, NEC, IEC, CSA.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Creative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-oriented.
- Able to work independently with minimal oversight.
- Effective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queries.
- Capable of influencing others and sharing best practices.
- Comfortable working as part of a global team.
- Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones.
- Familiar with stage-gate processes in project lifecycle management (PLCM).
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Jabil is a leading product solutions provider offering end-to-end design, manufacturing, supply chain, and product management services. With operations in over 100 facilities across 30 countries, Jabil delivers innovative, integrated, and customized solutions to clients across diverse industries—including automotive, consumer lifestyle and wearables, defense and aerospace, smart home and building, industrial and energy, enterprise and infrastructure, healthcare, mobility, packaging, and printing.
JOB SUMMARY
Jabil is seeking a Manufacturing Test Development Manager who will directly contribute to the transformative growth within our Intelligent Infrastructure division by applying unique and innovative approaches to solving problems within a large-scale software production environment. You and your team will be responsible for contributing to the end-to-end architecture, definition, development and production deployment of production software applications and infrastructure spanning multiple customers and manufacturing regions. You will also be responsible for interfacing with internal engineering, manufacturing and quality teams and our end customers to ensure your software deliverables meet the rigorous standards of Jabil’s world-class manufacturing environments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
- People manager for a team of software developers and product engineers in support of global cloud operations.
- Attract, hire, onboard, lead, coach, mentor and inspire your team to deliver the best in class for our customers and employees
- Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results (i.e. operational metrics, results against project timelines).
- Solicit ongoing self and team feedback from the business unit (BU), customer and team members.
- Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
- Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals.
- Coordinate activities of team and keep them focused in times of crises.
- Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility.
FUNCTIONAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan and formulate aspects of Customer BU projects such as objective or purpose of project, applications that can be utilized from findings, costs of project, and equipment and human resource requirements, technical requirements.
- Provide direction on design and development activities to improve, modify or design new equipment products and processes.
- Oversee key projects, processes and performance reports, data, and analysis.
- Develop, determine, and implement policies, procedures and programs.
- Analyze technology trends, human resources needs and market demand to plan projects.
- Oversee definition and collaboration on overall test infrastructure and application architectures.
- Creation of behavioral and high-level software design specifications.
- Development of production infrastructure and related application code.
- Lead and participate in peer/code reviews.
- Contribute and improve software build methodology, procedures, and environment.
- Operational and development support for the software and test infrastructure at production facilities
JOB QUALIFICATIONS and KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of professional software engineering practices for the complete software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
- Agile, CICD, and SLDC process implementation and application experience.
- Knowledge/Expertise in the following programming/scripting languages: Python, BASH, Java experience a plus.
- Linux development experience with a solid understanding of its fundamentals and internals: Ubuntu/ CentOS
- Well-versed in the following container/virtualization environments: VMware, Docker.
- Solid understanding of large-scale distributed systems in practice, including multi-tier architectures, application security, monitoring and storage systems.
- Experience with front-end and back-end Web UI design.
- Experience with common web APIs (REST, XML-RPC).
- Experience with hardware and API solutions for controlling, managing and stressing L10 devices (servers, network and storage SSDs, NVMe): IPMI, Redfish, mprime, FIO, Linpack, ptugen, memtester
- Experience in the creation and configuration(DHCP, PXE boot, nginx) of Virtual Machines (VMs), VMWare preferred.
- Experience with leading edge networking systems, hardware, software and protocols including but not limited to enterprise ethernet datacenter switching/routing L1, L2, and L3 (BGP, DHCP Relay, ECMP). Arista CloudVision is a plus
- Experience with code versioning tools (Git preferred)
- Experience with front-end and back-end Web UI design.
- Experience with common web APIs (REST, XML-RPC).
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- BS degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. MS preferred.
- 10+ years’ experience in a software development/test capacity with enterprise server, storage, or networking products. 3+ years people management experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Prior experience directly managing software development teams
- Experience managing remote, multi-national and geographically dispersed development teams.
- Domestic and/or International travel, up to 25%, may be required.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Family: Mechanical Design Engineering
Organization: Data Center Infrastructure Team
Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX
*Requires up to 20% domestic and/or international travel (rare)
How will you make an impact?
We are seeking a highly skilled, technically proficient and detail-oriented Principal Mechanical Engineer with expertise in metal structures, frame design, pipes and fabrication to support the development of power and cooling infrastructure for data centers. This role is critical in designing robust mechanical systems that house and support electrical and thermal management equipment, ensuring structural integrity, manufacturability, and compliance with industry standards.
What will you do?
- Experience designing and integrating hydronic systems including pumps, piping networks, valves, and heat exchangers for data center cooling applications.
- Knowledge of fluid dynamics, pressure drop calculations, and pipe sizing for chilled water and glycol-based systems.
- Understanding of installation constraints, maintenance access, and serviceability in large-scale mechanical infrastructure.
- Design and develop mechanical frames, enclosures, and support structures for data center power and cooling products (UPS systems, battery racks, CRAC units, containment systems, LVS, MVS).
- Perform advanced structural analysis using FEA tools to validate mechanical integrity under static, dynamic, seismic, and thermal loads.
- Analyze load paths, stress concentrations, and fatigue life of structural components to ensure long-term reliability.
- Design metal enclosures with considerations for airflow, thermal containment, EMI shielding, and environmental protection.
- Evaluate and implement new materials, coatings, and fabrication technologies to enhance product performance and reliability.
- Participate in customer engagements and site visits to understand deployment constraints and gather feedback for design improvements.
- Create detailed CAD models and fabrication drawings, including weldments, sheet metal, and machined parts
- Select appropriate materials and fabrication methods to optimize cost, performance, and reliability
- Collaborate with electrical, thermal, and systems engineering teams to integrate mechanical designs with functional components.
- Lead mechanical design reviews and contribute to cross-functional design validation efforts.
- Develop and maintain design documentation including BOMs, specifications, test plans, and engineering change orders (ECOs).
- Drive continuous improvement in mechanical design for manufacturability (DFM), cost reduction, and performance optimization.
- Interface with suppliers and customers to resolve fabrication issues and ensure quality standards are met.
- Support lifecycle management of mechanical components, including obsolescence planning and alternate sourcing.
- Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for mechanical failures or field issues.
- Ensure mechanical designs support airflow management, thermal containment, and integration with cooling systems (in-row cooling, rear door heat exchangers).
- Collaborate with compliance and certification teams to ensure mechanical designs meet global regulatory requirements (UL, CE, RoHS, REACH)
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
How will you get here?
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
Experience:
- 8+ years of experience in mechanical design and fabrication, preferably in data center, industrial, or power systems environment.
- Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor) and FEA software (ANSYS, Abaqus).
- Strong knowledge of metal fabrication processes including welding, sheet metal forming, and machining is a must
- Experience with structural design for heavy equipment or large assemblies, and familiarity with thermal and airflow considerations in enclosure design is required
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Creative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-oriented
- Able to work independently with minimal oversight
- Proficient in reading, analyzing, and interpreting general business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations
- Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
- Effective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queries
- Capable of influencing others and sharing best practices
- Comfortable working as part of a global team
- Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones
- Familiar with stage-gate processes in project lifecycle management (PLCM)
- Able to mentor less experienced engineers
- Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 30%
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience designing mechanical systems for data centers, telecom, or industrial power/cooling products.
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Knowledge of regulatory and safety standards applicable to data center infrastructure.
- Hands-on experience with prototype fabrication and testing; Experience working with global suppliers and contract manufacturers a plus
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Family: Mechanical Design Engineering
Organization: Data Center Infrastructure Team
Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX
*Requires up to 20% domestic and/or international travel (rare)
How will you make an impact?
The Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Data Center Infrastructure) is a technical leader responsible for the architecture, integration, and validation of advanced mechanical systems supporting hyperscale data center environments. This role requires deep expertise in liquid cooling technologies (single-phase and two-phase), hydronic system design, structural integration, and manufacturable rack-level infrastructure solutions.
This role is responsible for defining system performance requirements, developing technical specifications, selection and integration of critical components, and leading mechanical design from concept through production release. Responsibilities include wetted material selection, thermal and structural analysis, fastening strategies, component layout, and design for manufacturability. Partners cross-functionally to deliver reliable, scalable, and cost-effective Data Center Infrastructure solutions while advancing innovation in liquid cooling performance.
What will you do?
- Lead the end-to-end mechanical design and engineering of hyperscale Data Center Infrastructure (DCI) systems, including liquid-cooled rack assemblies, CDUs, manifolds, enclosures, structural frames, and associated hydronic piping systems.
- Serve as the technical authority for single-phase and two-phase liquid cooling architectures, including primary and secondary loop design, in-rack distribution, and system integration within hyperscale data center environments.
- Define and validate operational performance requirements for liquid-cooled infrastructure, including pressure ratings, hydrostatic limits, temperature ranges, flow rates and uniformity, thermal expansion, durability, and serviceability.
- Design, analyze, and validate machined components, welded fabrications, manifolds, and structural systems using advanced engineering principles, including stress analysis, finite element analysis (FEA), flow modeling, and structural load calculations to ensure mechanical integrity and code compliance.
- Lead wetted material selection and compatibility analysis for liquid cooling systems, including corrosion mitigation strategies, surface treatments, cleanliness standards, and long-term durability considerations.
- Develop and review CAD models and complete technical data packages using CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent tools; ensure design accuracy, manufacturability, and system-level integration.
- Author and approve technical specifications for piping systems, rack-level cooling infrastructure, and hydronic components, including installation guidelines, maintenance procedures, testing requirements, and compliance with applicable standards (ASME, ISO).
- Establish and oversee validation protocols including hydrostatic pressure testing, leak detection and mitigation, flow resistance analysis, and corrosion verification to ensure regulatory compliance and operational reliability.
- Evaluate customer design proposals and technical specifications to assess feasibility, manufacturability, cost, and risk; provide recommendations to optimize performance and total cost of ownership.
- Lead cross-functional design reviews with electrical, thermal, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure full system integration and compliance with product specifications and applicable plumbing and hydronic codes.
- Optimize rack manifold design and manufacturing processes, including machining, welding, surface finishing, connection interfaces, venting and draining strategies, and flow path optimization to enhance performance and manufacturability.
- Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing assembly methods and tooling in collaboration with production teams and equipment vendors to improve quality, scalability, and cost efficiency.
- Lead root cause investigations for complex mechanical failures identified during validation or field deployment and implement corrective design improvements.
- Provide technical leadership in vendor qualification and management for mechanical components and liquid cooling subsystems.
- Identify and mitigate technical risks impacting performance, schedule, or cost, and contribute to R&D initiatives advancing liquid cooling technologies and system innovation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university.
Experience:
- 8 years' experience in mechanical design and integration of mission-critical systems.
- Proven track record of successful system designs and implementations in a relevant industry
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, integration strategy, and system coordination
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to Energy Storage Systems and Data Center Infrastructure is preferred.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) License
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.