Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Trane Technologies is a world leader in creating sustainable climate solutions. The Thermal Systems Lead Engineer for the Technical Loop will be responsible for designing and developing next-generation thermal management systems for data center cooling solutions, ensuring alignment with evolving market needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of multi-generational system roadmaps for the technical cooling loop, focusing on AI data centers of varying scales
• Serve as an internal expert on advanced cooling technologies, including direct-to-chip, immersion, and 2-phase cooling and heat rejection system design
• Collaborate with partners like NVIDIA to ensure thermal solutions meet future chip architecture requirements (e.g., DSX2 and beyond)
• Translate customer requirements into detailed technical specifications for equipment and controls teams
• Own the technical loop thermal management system design within current and future reference design architecture
• Drive innovation by evaluating and integrating new cooling technologies and components into our system reference designs
• Evaluate and select key components for the technical loop, such as pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and piping, with a focus on reliability, efficiency, and material compatibility
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and technical guidance to junior engineers and cross-functional team members, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing
• Represent the company in industry standards bodies like ASHRAE and the Open Compute Project (OCP) to influence future data center design

Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 7-10 years of engineering experience, with relevant current focus on thermal system management on data center cooling
• Extensive experience in thermal design for IT hardware, electronics, or data centers
• Deep understanding of single-phase and two-phase cooling technologies
• Thermal system experience working with high-power processors and accelerators (CPUs, GPUs)
• Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment serving mission critical customers
• Engineering background in data center/high-tech design is required
• Strong technical skills with a natural curiosity and enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills
• Technically creative yet grounded in real world feasibility
• Able to perform thorough and objective analysis
• Able to collaborate with and influence others
• Self-motivated and disciplined
• Willing and able to transfer knowledge to other groups
• Good stand-up skills in front of customers and the field sales force
• Polished and professional, particularly with customers and in professional societies
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Can effectively identify key ideas and develop organized content to share those ideas across a diverse stakeholder group
• Ability to speak and write in English
• Able to effectively use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with PLC controls is a plus
• Experience with onsite power generation and/or backup power distribution is a plus
• Knowledge of HVAC products, components, and systems is desired
• Strong thermal/fluid energy and/or controls background is a plus

Benefits

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

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