Data Centre Mechanical Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Data Centre Mechanical Engineer (AI): Leading the design and construction of mission-critical data centre infrastructure in South Korea with an accent on high-density AI/HPC workload support. Focus on developing advanced mechanical systems, including liquid cooling integration, and ensuring peak operational performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Location: South Korea (Onsite)

Company

hirify.global is a vertically integrated cloud provider building sustainable, AI-focused data centre infrastructure.

What you will do

• Lead mechanical designs for greenfield and brownfield data centre projects.
• Drive innovation in emerging technologies like liquid cooling and advanced monitoring.
• Perform engineering calculations, equipment sizing, and selection for cooling, hydraulic, and fire protection systems.
• Collaborate with local agencies and vendors to ensure compliance with APAC design codes.
• Conduct feasibility studies, value engineering, and root cause analysis for mechanical systems.
• Travel to sites within Korea for reviews, audits, and commissioning support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7-10+ years of experience in designing and maintaining mechanical systems for data centers.
• 5+ years of experience in mission-critical facilities.
• Proven experience with high-density AI/HPC workloads.
• Proficiency with modelling software tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM.
• Fundamental knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.

Nice to have

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Culture of relentless innovation, ownership, and accountability.
• Commitment to sustainability and responsible technology development.
• Fast-paced, collaborative environment with a focus on transparency.
• Equal opportunity employer supporting diverse backgrounds and neurodiversity.