Advanced Cooling Facilities Manager
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Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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AI, Data Center, HardwareIndustries
Requirements
- B.S. + 5 yrs (or M.S. + 3 yrs) in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Sciences, or a related field
- Proven ownership of data-center or server-class thermal tests (air and liquid)
- Hands-on proficiency with thermocouples, RTDs, flow & pressure sensors, DAQ scripting (Python/LabVIEW)
- Working knowledge of heat transfer fundamentals (conduction, forced convection, boiling avoidance, single/two phase heat transfer, immersion cooling) and how to translate them into repeatable test methods
- Experience measuring pressure drop, flow balance, pump head and calculating loop energy balance
- Solid CFD/FEA skills in FloTHERM for test-correlation and quick “what-if” validation
- Ability to read P&ID schematics, select valves/hoses/QDs, and enforce safety / EHS protocols around glycol-water systems
- Preferred Qualifications
- OCP ORv3 / ASHRAE TC 9.9 familiarity
- Exposure to fan PWM control, tach feedback, and fan acoustics
- Direct experience with major CDU vendors/CM at rack level thermal testing and RDHX
Responsibilities
- Plan & execute thermal test campaigns for LPU cold-plate loops and air-cooled subsystems (fans, heat sinks, RDHx)
- Instrument test vehicles with T-type/K-type thermocouples, RTDs, MEMS dP-sensors, flow meters, pressure transducers; automate collection via NI/Keysight DAQ and Influx/Grafana
- Correlate measurements to FloTHERM and steady-state and transient models; close gaps to < 5 °C delta
- Characterize thermal interface materials (TIM1/TIM1.5/TIM2)—bond-line thickness, interface resistances, contact pressure
- Benchmark cold-plate performance (∆T, HTC, pressure drop) under variable flow (0.5–2 L min⁻¹) and coolant mixes (W17, PG25)
- Build & maintain loop hardware: CDUs, chillers, gear pumps, flow-control valves, quick-disconnects, reservoir degassers, rack manifolds, instrumentation harnesses
- Develop DOE for fan speed optimization, acoustics and vibration vs. airflow in OCP / EIA Rack form factors
- Publish clear test reports, BoM traceability, and calibration records for internal and customer audits
- Interface daily with mechanical, PCB, firmware, and data-center ops teams; provide “go / no-go” on thermal risk
Skills
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Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What education and experience are required for this role?
Ideal candidates have a B.S. + 5 years or M.S. + 3 years in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Sciences, or a related field, with proven ownership of data-center or server-class thermal tests.
What technical skills are essential for the Staff Thermal Test Engineer position?
Hands-on proficiency with thermocouples, RTDs, flow & pressure sensors, DAQ scripting (Python/LabVIEW), heat transfer fundamentals, and Solid CFD/FEA skills in FloTHERM are required.
Is the salary specified for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the location or remote work policy for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What makes a strong candidate for this thermal test engineer role?
Strong candidates demonstrate hands-on experience with thermal testing in data centers, proficiency in sensors and DAQ scripting, knowledge of heat transfer and CFD tools like FloTHERM, and the ability to interface with cross-functional teams.
Groq
AI inference technology for scalable solutions
About Groq
Groq specializes in AI inference technology, providing the Groq LPU™, which is known for its high compute speed, quality, and energy efficiency. The Groq LPU™ is designed to handle AI processing tasks quickly and effectively, making it suitable for both cloud and on-premises applications. Unlike many competitors, Groq's products are designed, fabricated, and assembled in North America, which helps maintain high standards of quality and performance. The company targets a variety of clients across different industries that require fast and efficient AI processing capabilities. Groq's goal is to deliver scalable AI inference solutions that meet the growing demands for rapid data processing in the AI and machine learning market.
Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$1,266.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
AI & Machine LearningIndustries
201-500Employees
