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Mechanical Engineer, Data Center Technology Systems

Google

Location

Sunnyvale, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/22/2026

Compensation

$171,000 - $248,000 per year

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Job description

The Mechanical Engineer for Data Center Technology Systems at Google will be part of the Data Center Engineering team, focusing on the physical design and innovation of data centers. This role involves optimizing mechanical systems for efficiency and compliance with industry standards. The engineer will work on complex challenges related to cooling and thermal systems, contributing to the development of cutting-edge solutions. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to translate the needs of Google's infrastructure into effective designs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related fields, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 10 years of experience in mechanical infrastructure systems.
  • 10 years of experience with design, commissioning, and construction of cooling/heating/power generation systems.
  • 10 years of experience with building services design, including HVAC, fire protection, fuel systems, generation systems, and plumbing designs.
  • 10 years of experience with ICC code suite with a focus on IMC, IECC, IFC, ASME B31 piping codes, NFPA, and relevant ASHR.

Responsibilities

  • Investigate next-generation mechanical systems to align with company long-term strategies.
  • Innovate technology that can be used advantageously in data centers such as cooling plants and advanced control systems.
  • Lead the insertion of new technologies by collaborating with core engineering and operations teams.
  • Create system-level concepts and schematic designs, carrying them through concept validation.
  • Author white papers to evaluate technologies from first principles of engineering combined with techno-economic evaluations.

Benefits

  • Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.

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