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Mechanical Critical Facilities Engineer, Data Center

Apple

Location

Mesa, AZ

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/16/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

The Data Center Mechanical Critical Facilities Engineer role is focused on designing, implementing, and optimizing thermal and environmental systems within Apple's data centers. This position is part of the Infrastructure Services team, which is essential for managing data center equipment and systems. The engineer will work in a critical environment that values continuous improvement and innovation. The role requires a commitment to maintaining and operating facilities that support Apple's global network operations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent vocational achievements and practical experience.
  • 5+ years of practical experience in mechanical engineering, operations within a data center or similar critical operations environment.
  • Master's Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
  • Comprehensive understanding of data center infrastructure.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • 7+ years of hands-on field experience in mechanical engineering, specifically within data center or similar environments.
  • Experience in the design and implementation of mechanical systems tailored for sophisticated data centers.
  • In-depth knowledge of water treatment processes, encompassing chemical dosing, filtration, and testing.
  • Experience using CFD simulation tools such as ANSYS Fluent or OpenFOAM.
  • Proficiency in engineering software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Trane Trace 3D, and Weil-McLain Water Treatment Software.
  • Outstanding problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Capability to work independently while also thriving as a member of a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

  • Design and optimize thermal and environmental systems within data centers.
  • Manage and maintain mechanical systems that support data center operations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex operational topics.
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives in critical environments.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in mechanical engineering.

Benefits

  • Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Apple Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

1,065

FY2026

Approval rate

99.0%

FY2026

LCA certified

9,221

FY2026

Entry-level share

5.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+30%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-35%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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