GTN Technical Staffing
Lead Mechanical Architect – Hyperscale Data Centers
GTN Technical Staffing, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
Mechanical Systems Architect / Head of Mechanical Engineering
Location: Dallas, TX or Spartanburg, SC (Relocation Offered) Compensation:
$200,000 – $400,000 + Bonus + Equity Potential Overview
We are seeking a visionary Mechanical Systems Architect to define and lead the mechanical design, operations, and thermal strategy for next-generation AI-scale data centers. This role sits at the intersection of engineering innovation and high-performance computing—driving breakthroughs in cooling, efficiency, and mechanical reliability for hyperscale environments. Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer, this leader will be the principal authority for mechanical systems design and operations, guiding the evolution of advanced cooling topologies that support GPU-dense workloads and large-scale AI clusters. Key Responsibilities
Architect and own the end-to-end mechanical systems roadmap for AI-scale compute environments. Define internal design standards, templates, and repeatable system patterns across facilities to ensure uniformity, compliance, and operational excellence. Lead multi-disciplinary mechanical teams through design, construction, commissioning, and lifecycle operations. Establish design governance frameworks to ensure mechanical scalability and energy efficiency across global deployments. Develop and deploy next-generation cooling technologies such as direct-to-chip liquid cooling, immersion systems, and rear-door heat exchangers. Oversee thermal modeling, CFD analysis, and airflow optimization to maintain ideal performance at maximum density. Evaluate and pilot emerging technologies—phase-change cooling, AI-assisted thermal modeling, and novel heat-transfer materials—to push mechanical boundaries. Collaborate with electrical and controls teams to achieve integrated thermal-power architectures. Direct mechanical system commissioning, testing, and handover to operations with measurable KPIs for uptime and efficiency. Implement predictive analytics and real-time monitoring platforms to enhance system visibility, reliability, and maintainability. Lead root-cause analysis of mechanical incidents and deploy resilience strategies to improve system availability. Oversee vendor relationships, qualification standards, and long-term maintenance programs to sustain performance. Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. 12+ years of experience in data center, mission-critical, or energy-intensive environments. Deep expertise in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, HVAC, and advanced cooling technologies. Demonstrated leadership in hyperscale or GPU-accelerated mechanical system design. Strong background in CFD modeling, system optimization, and operational analytics. Proven ability to guide multi-disciplinary engineering teams and collaborate across electrical, controls, and operations groups. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence both technical teams and executive leadership. Bonus: Experience in large-scale mechanical system expansion and high-density compute environments. Why Join
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to define the mechanical DNA of AI-scale infrastructure. You will architect the systems that enable next-generation compute performance—balancing thermodynamic efficiency with sustainability and scalability. As a Mechanical Systems Architect, you will shape how the world’s most advanced data centers operate, setting the standard for performance, reliability, and innovation in the AI era.
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Location: Dallas, TX or Spartanburg, SC (Relocation Offered) Compensation:
$200,000 – $400,000 + Bonus + Equity Potential Overview
We are seeking a visionary Mechanical Systems Architect to define and lead the mechanical design, operations, and thermal strategy for next-generation AI-scale data centers. This role sits at the intersection of engineering innovation and high-performance computing—driving breakthroughs in cooling, efficiency, and mechanical reliability for hyperscale environments. Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer, this leader will be the principal authority for mechanical systems design and operations, guiding the evolution of advanced cooling topologies that support GPU-dense workloads and large-scale AI clusters. Key Responsibilities
Architect and own the end-to-end mechanical systems roadmap for AI-scale compute environments. Define internal design standards, templates, and repeatable system patterns across facilities to ensure uniformity, compliance, and operational excellence. Lead multi-disciplinary mechanical teams through design, construction, commissioning, and lifecycle operations. Establish design governance frameworks to ensure mechanical scalability and energy efficiency across global deployments. Develop and deploy next-generation cooling technologies such as direct-to-chip liquid cooling, immersion systems, and rear-door heat exchangers. Oversee thermal modeling, CFD analysis, and airflow optimization to maintain ideal performance at maximum density. Evaluate and pilot emerging technologies—phase-change cooling, AI-assisted thermal modeling, and novel heat-transfer materials—to push mechanical boundaries. Collaborate with electrical and controls teams to achieve integrated thermal-power architectures. Direct mechanical system commissioning, testing, and handover to operations with measurable KPIs for uptime and efficiency. Implement predictive analytics and real-time monitoring platforms to enhance system visibility, reliability, and maintainability. Lead root-cause analysis of mechanical incidents and deploy resilience strategies to improve system availability. Oversee vendor relationships, qualification standards, and long-term maintenance programs to sustain performance. Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. 12+ years of experience in data center, mission-critical, or energy-intensive environments. Deep expertise in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, HVAC, and advanced cooling technologies. Demonstrated leadership in hyperscale or GPU-accelerated mechanical system design. Strong background in CFD modeling, system optimization, and operational analytics. Proven ability to guide multi-disciplinary engineering teams and collaborate across electrical, controls, and operations groups. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence both technical teams and executive leadership. Bonus: Experience in large-scale mechanical system expansion and high-density compute environments. Why Join
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to define the mechanical DNA of AI-scale infrastructure. You will architect the systems that enable next-generation compute performance—balancing thermodynamic efficiency with sustainability and scalability. As a Mechanical Systems Architect, you will shape how the world’s most advanced data centers operate, setting the standard for performance, reliability, and innovation in the AI era.
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