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Technical Recruiter
Salary not disclosed

We're looking for someone to join our recruiting team at Advastar—a small, experienced crew based in a sharp office on the Country Club Plaza. We support a wide range of industry leaders, place talent on major construction & engineering projects nationwide, and we are positioning ourselves for growth.

Here's what you're getting:

  • $52K -$57K+ base salary + unlimited commission (BOE)
  • Full-time, M-F, office-based position (Country Club Plaza)
  • Vacation, paid holidays, and healthcare benefits
  • Top AI-powered recruiting tech to make your job easier
  • Amenities include onsite gym, common spaces, patio, covered parking/entrance, etc.

No experience? No problem—we'll teach you the ropes. What we need is someone who's eager to learn, ready to put in the work, and excited to build a career. If you've got a competitive streak or a knack for getting things done, you'll fit right in.

Responsibilities:

  • Source Top Talent: Identify and attract both active and passive candidates through networking, industry-specific databases, social media, job boards, and Advastar's proprietary recruitment processes.
  • Understand Client Needs: Partner with clients to gain a deep understanding of their culture, technical requirements, and staffing goals, ensuring perfect candidate matches.
  • Screen & Assess: Conduct thorough candidate screenings, interviews, and evaluations to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit for niche roles in Energy, Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing, and Skilled Trades.
  • Deliver Personalized Service: Provide individualized attention to clients and candidates through Advastar's OnePoint ConnectTM approach, acting as the main point of contact throughout the hiring process.
  • Manage the Process: Coordinate interviews, facilitate offer negotiations, and handle onboarding logistics with efficiency and urgency.
  • Build Networks: Leverage Advastar's deep industry networks and your own relationship-building skills to expand our talent pool and strengthen client partnerships.
  • Stay Industry-Savvy: Keep up-to-date on trends, certifications (e.g., NCCCO, NCCER, OSHA), and workforce challenges in our core industries to provide expert guidance.
  • Drive Results: Meet and exceed recruitment targets by approaching every search with energy, creativity, and a focus on quality outcomes.

Skills:

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to connect with clients and candidates.
  • Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
  • Entrepreneurial, self-motivated, curious, and team-oriented

EEO

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Preconstruction Manager
Salary not disclosed
Kansas City, Missouri 1 week ago

We're looking for a driven and detail-oriented Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating and preconstruction efforts for complex commercial projects ranging from $30–100 million. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys strategy as much as numbers, and takes pride in shaping projects from the ground up.

About the Role

As the Preconstruction Manager, you will oversee the early stages of project development—creating detailed, accurate estimates and proposals that set each project up for success. You'll work closely with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to bring ideas to life, from conceptual budgeting through final pricing. This position is ideal for someone who combines technical estimating expertise with strategic thinking and a passion for building strong industry relationships.

What You'll Do

  • Lead preconstruction and estimating efforts for large-scale commercial projects valued between $30–100 million.
  • Review and analyze drawings, specifications, and design concepts to prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and detailed cost estimates.
  • Develop budgets and cost models using historical data, market trends, and competitive analysis.
  • Identify and present value-engineering opportunities that align with project goals.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers; ensure complete and competitive coverage on bid day.
  • Prepare clear, detailed proposals, bid packages, and presentations for clients and partners.
  • Support business development by reviewing conceptual budgets and providing cost guidance during early design phases.
  • Collaborate with project management teams to ensure seamless handoff from preconstruction to construction.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil/Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3–5 years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or turnkey project management within the commercial construction industry.
  • Proven success managing estimates and bids for projects in the $30–100 million range.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with PlanSwift, Bluebeam, and iSqft preferred.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to lead teams, coordinate with stakeholders, and present effectively to clients.
  • A proactive mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to collaboration and follow-through.

Why You'll Love It Here

You'll be part of a respected, forward-thinking general contractor known for its collaborative approach and people-first culture. Here, preconstruction isn't just about the numbers—it's about strategy, relationships, and building projects that make a lasting impact.

If you're ready to take ownership of meaningful work, lead with integrity, and join a team that values your expertise, we'd love to connect.

Ready to take the next step?

Apply today or send us a message to start the conversation.

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Senior Frontend Developer
Salary not disclosed
Kansas City, Missouri 1 week ago

We are seeking a senior to advanced level software engineer with strong expertise in front-end development. While this role does include full-stack development, the initial project will be primarily focused on frontend delivery. In addition to application delivery, this role serves as a mentor for less experienced development staff, and close collaboration with our User Experience team.

Key Activities

  • Collaborates with UX and graphic designers to deliver visually appealing web solutions adhering to 508 compliance standards and standardized design systems.
  • Partners with product owners and customers in the development of innovative solutions that achieve business goals.
  • Reviews and analyzes business and technical requirements and implements technical solutions to meet those requirements.
  • Works in multidisciplinary team with full-stack developers.
  • Apply the principles of software engineering to the design, implementation, configuration, and optimization of multiple web-based applications.
  • Creates unit and automation tests as part of Continuous Development.
  • Cross browser testing new features.
  • Conducts peer code reviews, provides recommendations, and works with peers to improve software coding practices.
  • Fixes bugs, supports QA and UAT phases of releases.
  • Keeps abreast of latest and emerging technologies.
  • Fosters an agile mindset enabling high-performing teams.
  • Provides coaching, education and advocates for frontend development best practices.
  • Experience with API infrastructure and development, and associated tools and best practices.
  • Provides on-call support, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, incident management, and service request management for supported products and environments.

Required Qualifications

  • Typically requires 6 – 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Bachelor's degree specializing in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), or a closely related field, from an accredited college or university, or equivalent combination of directly related education and/or experience.
  • Senior to advanced understanding of subject. Has in-depth and/or breadth of knowledge in discipline.
  • Proficiency with Java, TypeScript, CSS, HTML methods.
  • Senior to Advanced experience with Angular.
  • Performs work independently with limited supervision and direction. Serves as a mentor for less experienced staff.
  • Works efficiently under tight deadlines and adapts quickly to change.
  • Amazing attention to detail and pride in delivering consistently pixel perfect work.
  • Creation of modern CI/CD pipelines using DevOps tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket, GitLab, Fortify, Sonar, etc.).
  • Knowledge of AWS services and security best practices.
  • Cloud networking across numerous accounts, environments, and vendors, and zero trust principles.
  • Terraform to deploy AWS cloud services and infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong expertise in the creation and/or practical application of components in design systems (versus only having exposure to pattern libraries).
  • Advanced experience with multiple programming languages (Java, Python, etc.).
  • Advanced knowledge of some cloud-based platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, etc. and the ability to learn new platforms.
  • Willingness to become proficient in any new programming language or tool quickly.
  • Experience with centralized application observability and monitoring across disparate tools and services.
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Consultant - Event Project Manager
Salary not disclosed
Kansas City, Missouri 1 week ago

Hybrid | Contract Through End of 2026 | Kansas City, MO

Approx. 25 hours/week (increasing closer to event)

Our client, a respected professional organization based in Kansas City, is seeking a Consultant – Event Project Manager to support the planning and execution of a large-scale annual industry summit. This is a part-time contract role expected to run through the end of the year, with hours increasing significantly as the event approaches.

This role is best suited for someone who sees the full picture of a complex event and can drive timelines, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure all moving parts come together seamlessly. While event coordination experience is helpful, this position leans heavily toward project management and adult learning program development rather than traditional meeting logistics.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage overall project timelines and ensure cross-functional deliverables stay on track
  • Coordinate meetings with internal departments and track follow-ups and deadlines
  • Support development of event themes, programming structure, and attendee experience
  • Lead keynote speaker coordination and related logistics
  • Partner with marketing and communications teams on event messaging and website content
  • Collaborate with the meetings and events team on space planning and logistics
  • Assist with networking event concepts and scheduling structure
  • Monitor budget considerations related to programming elements
  • Provide onsite support during the summit and assist with post-event evaluation

Qualifications

  • Strong project management experience, ideally supporting conferences, summits, or educational programs
  • Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing complex timelines
  • Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable working independently with autonomy while maintaining consistent updates
  • Event coordination or adult learning experience is a plus
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Research Technician II
Salary not disclosed
Kansas City, Missouri 1 week ago

Research Technician II — Hall Lab

Are you fascinated by the bizarre world of small, wiggly, often regenerative invertebrates?

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research is seeking a Research Technician II to join the Hall Lab.

Our lab is motivated by the simple premise that we shouldn't be limited to studying biology only in established "model" organisms. We are developing a suite of molecular and imaging tools to enable genetic engineering in diverse emerging model organisms, with the goal of understanding how stem cells support regeneration across the tree of life.

Roles & Responsibilities

The selected candidate will work closely with the PI to support the lab's research efforts by:

  • Developing and refining techniques to maintain and expand an array of emerging model invertebrates (with a strong emphasis on flatworms).
  • Contributing to molecular cloning that support transgenesis and gene editing strategy development.
  • Performing experiments to characterize regeneration, life history traits, and phenotype variation across species.
  • Maintaining thorough documentation (protocols, experimental records, colony/line tracking) and contributing to lab organization and best practices.

The ideal candidate is curious, creative, and resilient in the face of experimental setbacks. They work independently when needed, communicate clearly, and consistently incorporate feedback to improve.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Animal husbandry to maintain several species of emerging model flatworms and related invertebrates.
  • Working with the Invertebrate Culture Facility to develop and implement more automated, standardized husbandry workflows.
  • Characterizing life-cycle traits and regenerative capabilities across diverse flatworm species (including phenotyping with immunohistochemistry and in situ hybridization, and performing genetic perturbations with CRISPR and RNAi).
  • Performing molecular cloning using techniques such as bacterial transformation, minipreps, PCR, gel electrophoresis, restriction digestion, Golden Gate assembly, and Gibson assembly.

What We Offer

  • Close mentorship and support to help you meet your scientific and professional goals.
  • The opportunity to work with unusual and exciting emerging model organisms in the field of regenerative biology.
  • The opportunity to work closely with our fantastic technology centers while gaining important leadership skills.
  • Professional development opportunities (lab meetings, institute seminars, and conference attendance as appropriate).
  • Competitive compensation and benefits (medical, dental, vision, 403(b)), and relocation assistance as applicable.
  • Campus perks including café access, and fitness facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS or MS in a relevant field (e.g., Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Synthetic Biology, Biophysics, Chemical Biology, Ecology, Microbiology, or related discipline).
  • 3+ years of laboratory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience with molecular biology and/or genetics (cloning, PCR, gel electrophoresis, etc.).
  • Comfort with careful organization and recordkeeping (tracking cloning projects, animal lines, and experimental details).
  • Familiarity with sequence/plasmid design tools (e.g., Geneious, Benchling, SnapGene).
  • Imaging experience (widefield fluorescence, confocal, or similar).
  • Strong attention to detail and observational skill (e.g., recognizing "happy worms," regeneration phenotypes, and subtle health changes).
  • A love and excitement for the organisms we work with.

How to Apply

Please compile the following materials into a single PDF and name the file using the format:

LastName_2026_HallLab_RTechII.pdf

Submit applications to:

Application materials:

  • Cover letter
  • Statement of career goals and research interests (1 page max)
  • Summary of prior research experience
  • CV
  • Unofficial college transcripts
  • Contact information for up to three professional references

We look forward to reviewing your application!

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Test Engineering Tech II - 401 Shift Days - Flexible Shift Options for Work-Life Balance (FLORENCE)
Salary not disclosed
JOB SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Supports the Test Engineer in the development and commission of test solutions executing the test qualification of the fixture and program as per the specific system qualification process.
· Responsibility for providing the deliverables to support the solution in production to both the Test Support Function and Manufacturing Operations.
· Assists in the build and manufacture of testers, fixtures and environmental tooling as required to meet the customer expectations.
· The Technician Engineer provides the interface to the Test Support function providing comprehensive documentation and training for all test solutions implemented.
· Provides the interface to the Manufacturing function providing comprehensive documentation and coordinating training and education for all test operations implemented.
· Through working with the Test Support function monitor and contribute to the improvement of Test Yields, Efficiency, Intermittencies and Uptime providing accurate reporting and clear targets for improvement.
· In conjunction with the Test Engineer strives to consistently upgrade the test process balancing cost, coverage with the goal of providing an optimized and cost efficient test process.
· Works closely with manufacturing and test support to ensure prioritization of support activities. He/ She will be responsible for coordinating the timetable for test readiness based on the weekly production schedule through the appropriate Test Support staff.
· May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
· Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
· Ability to operate a personal computer including using a Windows based operating system and related software.
· Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil’s software packages.
· Ability to write simple correspondence. Read and understand visual aid.
· Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.
· Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
· Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
· Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
· Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
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Principal Mechanical Design Engineer - Data Center Infrastructure (REMOTE) - Work from anywhere with rare travel demands (AUSTIN)
🏢 JABIL CIRCUIT, INC
Salary not disclosed
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Integration Engineer

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.
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Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer – Infrastructure Design (Remote) (WASHINGTON)
🏢 JABIL CIRCUIT, INC
Salary not disclosed
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Family: Mechanical Design Engineering

Organization: Data Center Infrastructure Team

Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX

*Requires up to 30% 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.
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Principal Mechanical Design Engineer - Data Center Infrastructure (REMOTE) (WASHINGTON)
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🏢 JABIL CIRCUIT, INC
Salary not disclosed
WASHINGTON, District of Columbia, Remote 1 day ago
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Integration Engineer

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.
temporary
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer - Data Center Infrastructure (REMOTE) (AUSTIN)
✦ New
🏢 JABIL CIRCUIT, INC
Salary not disclosed
AUSTIN, Texas, Remote 1 day ago
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Integration Engineer

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.
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