Director RD&E Data Centers at Ecolab

Naperville, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Data Centers, High Tech, Water TreatmentIndustries

Requirements

PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering or related discipline
15+ years of experience in equipment development, thermal engineering, and/or data center cooling

Responsibilities

Lead a portfolio of projects that deliver unique solutions related to cooling and optimization for Data Center customers
Own the development, design, and validation of the new equipment portfolio
Build a team that develops solutions to complex research problems requiring creativity and ingenuity
Ensure protection of Nalco Water intellectual property through patenting, licensing, and joint development agreements
Collaborate with a diverse, cross-functional team of sales leaders, researchers, industry technical consultants, functional business partners, customers, and OEM partners to develop new ideas that solve difficult problems related to water usage and energy efficiency in Data Centers
Communicate project status and innovation impact regularly to stakeholders and business leaders
Assume a leadership role in Safety and embody Nalco Water’s safety culture. Ensure all research activities are performed with safety as the top priority

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Data Center CoolingLiquid CoolingDirect-to-Chip CoolingR&D LeadershipTeam LeadershipIntellectual PropertyPatentingCross-Functional CollaborationWater TreatmentEnergy EfficiencySustainable Solutions

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the compensation range for the Director RD&E Data Centers role?

The annual compensation range is $137,600 - $206,400, with many factors such as experience, education, training, and geography taken into consideration.

Is this position remote or does it require working in an office?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the minimum qualifications for this role?

Candidates must have a PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering or related discipline, plus 15+ years of experience in equipment development, thermal engineering, and/or data center cooling.

What benefits does Ecolab provide?

Ecolab provides benefits, though specific details are listed following the job description.

What experience makes a candidate stand out for this position?

Preferred candidates have proven experience in portfolio leadership and implementation of strategic roadmaps, successful equipment design, validation, and deployment, and extensive knowledge of Cooling Distribution Units, cold plates, and direct-to-chip liquid cooling.