Mechanical Lead, R&D

Fluidstack

$120K — $150K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of mechanical engineering experience in R&D for cooling and mechanical systems.
  • Proven track record in designing and releasing mechanical packages for large-scale projects.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to check engineering calculations accurately.
  • Experience in vendor management and equipment qualification in mechanical projects.
  • Ability to balance innovative design with project timelines and deliverables.
  • Bonus: Familiarity with liquid cooling systems, chilled water plants, modular construction, and possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Responsibilities

  • Lead mechanical engineering efforts for R&D on modular units and behind-the-meter systems.
  • Own and manage mechanical reference designs, ensuring they are revision-controlled and defensible.
  • Set and maintain high technical standards for calculations, vendor packages, and engineering practices.
  • Mentor and grow the engineering team, assigning complex problems for resolution.
  • Conduct thorough reviews of mechanical systems to ensure quality and compliance with standards.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to shape mechanical engineering practices in cutting-edge R&D projects.
  • Engagement in a dynamic and innovative work environment focused on exceptional engineering solutions.
  • Potential for professional growth through mentorship responsibilities and team development.
  • Flexibility in role expectations, inviting exceptional candidates to showcase their unique skills.
Full Job Description
Role Scope
  • Lead mechanical engineering for R&D: cooling, piping, and mechanical plant for modular units and behind-the-meter systems.
  • Own the mechanical reference designs: released, revision-controlled, and defensible to the megawatt.
  • Set the technical bar: calcs checked, standards enforced, and vendor packages reviewed for real.
  • Grow the team: hire, mentor, and delegate while carrying the hardest problems.
What We're Looking For
  • The below is a starting point. We always make space for exceptional people, so if you don't fit this role exactly, tell us where you would.
  • You've led mechanical design for data centers, power plants, or heavy industrial systems.
  • You've released mechanical packages that got built at scale.
  • You check calcs personally and catch what juniors miss.
  • You've qualified major mechanical equipment with vendors.
  • You balance innovation against the schedule that ships.
  • Bonus: Liquid cooling depth. Chilled water plants. PE license. Modular construction.


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