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Data Center Mechanical Engineer, Thermal Cooling

3+ months ago San Francisco, CA

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Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
  • 3 years of experience in developing industrial cooling systems.
  • 2 years of experience working with one of the following softwares (e.g., MATLAB, Cadence CFD, AFT Fathom, or Bentley AutoPIPE).
Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience in piping system design including pipe stress analysis and hydraulic modeling.
  • Experience in fuel oil systems, water treatment systems, and chemical treatment systems.
  • Experience working with Matlab/Simulink, Python, AFT Fathom, and/or Bentley Auto PIPE.
  • Experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) with one or more of the following programs (e.g., Cadence DC Design Pro or Ansys or Fluent).

About the job

Our thirst for technology is a part of everything we do. The Data Center Engineering team takes the physical design of our data centers into the future. Our lab mirrors a research and development department -- cutting-edge strategies are born, tested and tested again. Along with a team of great minds, you take on complex topics like how we use power or how to run state-of-the-art, environmentally-friendly facilities. You're a visionary who optimizes for efficiencies and never stops seeking improvements -- even small changes that can make a huge impact. You generate ideas, communicate recommendations to senior-level executives and drive implementation alongside facilities technicians.

Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $117,000-$172,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the operations, execution, and construction teams to develop data center (DC) mechanical infrastructure products and systems.
  • Innovate and develop next generation mechanical system products to meet company long term strategies.
  • Contribute to new technology insertions through collaboration with the core engineering teams during development, and create system level concept and schematics designs, and carry through to detailed designs.
  • Provide and prepare all types of documents including, statement of work, engineering analysis and reports, FMEAC (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), design documents, product specifications, drawings, budget, schedule, and commissioning test plans.

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  • Work with internal architect, mechanical, electrical, and telecom designers to refine mechanical designs based on analysis and provide recommendations to external consultants.
  • Client-provided location(s): San Francisco, CA, New York, NY, Austin, TX, Sunnyvale, CA
    Job ID: Google-118263682583929542
    Employment Type: FULL_TIME
    Posted: 2025-01-09T11:55:20

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Health Insurance
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Life Insurance
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Long-Term Disability
      • FSA
      • HSA
      • Fitness Subsidies
      • On-Site Gym
      • Mental Health Benefits
      • Health Reimbursement Account
      • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Parental Benefits

      • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
      • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
      • Fertility Benefits
      • Adoption Assistance Program
      • Family Support Resources
      • Adoption Leave
    • Work Flexibility

      • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Office Life and Perks

      • Commuter Benefits Program
      • Casual Dress
      • Pet-friendly Office
      • Snacks
      • Some Meals Provided
      • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
      • Leave of Absence
      • Volunteer Time Off
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K) With Company Matching
      • Company Equity
      • Performance Bonus
      • Financial Counseling
    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Internship Program
      • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Diversity and Inclusion

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