Lead Mechanical Engineer - Equipment at Ecolab

Naperville, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Data Centers, MicroelectronicsIndustries

Requirements

Degree or advanced degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering or related discipline: BS and 6+ years; MS and 4+ years or PhD and 2+ years related experience
Experience in equipment dosing, cooling, and/or digital/automation innovation for industrial and commercial applications
Experience with thermal management systems and CFD
Immigration sponsorship not available for this role
Preferred Qualifications
Proven experience in technical project leadership and implementation of strategic roadmaps
Extensive knowledge of cooling technologies, cold plates, and cooling distribution units
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Knowledge of customer requirements, industry standards, and regulations related to cooling distribution units
Experience in project management and leading design/testing projects

Responsibilities

Manage and drive projects that deliver unique equipment solutions related to water usage and cooling for Data Center customers
Improve design and testing of cooling distribution units (CDU) and other elements used in direct to chip cooling applications
Develop solutions to complex research problems requiring creativity and ingenuity
Plan, perform, and interpret results from relevant experiments and present data in a concise and usable format
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, 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
Develop and lead an equipment roadmap incorporating traditional and new technologies such as direct to chip and immersion cooling

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Thermal EngineeringMechanical EngineeringChemical EngineeringCooling Equipment DesignCDU DesignDirect-to-Chip CoolingImmersion CoolingEquipment TestingProject ManagementExperimental DesignIntellectual Property ProtectionCross-Functional Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Lead Mechanical Engineer position?

The base salary range is $117,200.00 - $175,800.00, and the position is eligible for annual bonus pay based on performance.

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

This is an on-site position located in Naperville, IL.

What are the minimum qualifications for this role?

Candidates need a degree or advanced degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering or related discipline: BS and 6+ years; MS and 4+ years or PhD and 2+ years related experience, plus experience in equipment dosing, cooling, and/or digital/automation innovation, and experience with thermal management systems and CFD.

What is the team environment like at Nalco Water?

The role involves collaborating with a diverse, cross-functional team of sales leaders, researchers, industry technical consultants, functional business partners, and OEM partners.

What makes a strong candidate for this Lead Mechanical Engineer role?

Strong candidates have proven experience in technical project leadership, extensive knowledge of cooling technologies like cold plates and CDUs, excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication and teamwork abilities, and experience in project management.