[Remote] Lead Mechanical Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Clear. is a rapidly scaling AI infrastructure company that is building next-generation hyperscale data center campuses across the US. They are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to define and lead the mechanical cooling strategy for large AI compute infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the mechanical cooling strategy for AI compute infrastructure projects
• Develop hyperscale / AI data center cooling strategy
• Design chilled water plants, heat rejection, and thermal management systems
• Implement direct liquid cooling & high-density GPU environments
• Establish mechanical standards, Basis of Design, and master specifications
• Oversee modular / prefabricated mechanical systems
• Lead design delivery across multiple sites
• Manage consultants, vendors, and engineering teams

Skills

• 10+ years mechanical engineering experience in data centers or mission-critical environments
• Strong hyperscale / HPC cooling experience
• Experience with MEP design delivery and owner-side engineering
• Knowledge of ASHRAE TC 9.9, liquid cooling, and critical infrastructure standards
• Experience leading teams and driving technical strategy

Benefits

• Equity (DOE)
• Travel: ~20–30%

Company Overview

Clear are a data center and energy infrastructure talent consultancy specialising in engineering, white collar construction, through to C-Suite on both permanent and contract across EMEA, North America & APAC. It was founded in 2017, and is headquartered in Bromley, Bromley, GBR, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://clear-recruitment.co.uk.

Company H1B Sponsorship

Clear. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 3 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.