Senior Engineer , Electromechanics​/Mechanical Design

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Schneider Electric is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Product Innovation team. This role will lead the conceptualization, design, and development of innovative cooling technologies that support next-generation data center, AI, HPC, and critical infrastructure applications. The successful candidate will serve as a mechanical design technical expert, driving innovation across liquid cooling solutions, heat exchangers, coolant distribution systems, and advanced thermal management technologies.

This position will play a key role in defining the product roadmap, assessing technical feasibility, mentoring engineering talent, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring innovative products from concept through commercialization.

Product Innovation & Concept Development

• Lead the ideation, conceptualization, and development of innovative cooling systems and technologies for data center applications.
• Design and develop solutions including:
  Rear Door Heat Exchangers (RDHx) Liquid-to-Liquid Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs) Liquid-to-Air Cooling Systems Fluid Distribution Manifolds Chillers Direct-to-Chip Cooling Solutions Single-Phase and Two-Phase Liquid Cooling Technologies
• Generate and evaluate multiple design concepts using sketches, CAD models, engineering analysis, and prototype development.
• Drive innovation initiatives that align with market demands, customer requirements, and emerging technologies.

Technical Leadership

• Serve as the subject matter expert for mechanical and thermal design within the Product Innovation organization.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and designers.
• Support engineering reviews and ensure adherence to best practices throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Advise leadership on technical feasibility, product architecture, manufacturability, reliability, and cost optimization.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Product Management, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Sales teams to develop innovative product solutions.
• Translate customer and market requirements into practical and scalable engineering designs.
• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing partners to validate design concepts and support commercialization efforts.
• Contribute to technology and product roadmaps by identifying future opportunities and emerging cooling technologies.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Stay current on advancements in data center cooling, AI infrastructure, thermal management, and liquid cooling technologies.
• Explore and evaluate emerging technologies including immersion cooling and advanced two-phase cooling systems.
• Support intellectual property development through innovative engineering concepts and patentable designs.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related field required. Master's degree preferred. PhD preferred.

Experience

• 15+ years of mechanical design and product development experience.
• 10+ years of experience in data center cooling, thermal management systems, or related high-performance cooling technologies.
• Proven track record of developing complex engineering concepts and commercialized product designs.
• Experience leading cross-functional engineering programs from concept to launch.

Technical Expertise

• Deep knowledge of data center cooling technologies and industry best practices.
• Expertise in:
  Single-phase liquid cooling Two-phase cooling technologies Direct-to-chip cooling Immersion cooling Heat exchanger design Thermal management systems Fluid distribution systems
• Extensive experience with structural mechanical design of data center cooling products.
• Experience selecting and integrating:
  Valves Hoses Plumbing components Structural materials Thermal interface materials Cabling and connectors Electromechanical components

Software & Tools

• Advanced proficiency with:
  Solid Works Solid Works PDM Fusion 360 AutoCAD Microsoft Office 365 Windows 10 and Windows 11

Regulatory & Industry Knowledge

• Knowledge of: ASHRAE TC 9.9 Telcordia Standards UL Standards International Product Safety Standards FCC Regulations EMC Compliance Requirements RoHS and WEEE Environmental Standards

Skills & Competencies

• Strong visualization skills for creating and interpreting 2D drawings and 3D models.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to resolve complex technical challenges through innovative engineering solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across functions and organizations.
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with diverse teams.
• Demonstrated creativity, ingenuity, and technical excellence in product design.

Travel

• Travel may be required up to 15% based on business needs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an office,…