Data Center Thermal System Engineer

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Supplier Qualification: Lead the technical assessment and qualification of Chinese manufacturers for CDU (Coolant Distribution Unit) and Fan Array/Wall systems.

Technical Liaison: Act as the key technical bridge between the US post-processing team and Chinese partners to ensure alignment on specifications and quality standards.

System Integration: Oversee the integration of Chinese-made CDU and Fan Array products into the global Total Solution (including Chillers or other heat management system.).

Localization & Quality: Drive product localization and ensure all components meet international data center standards (ASHRAE etc.).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Audit: Conduct on-site technical audits of potential CDU and Fan Array suppliers. Evaluate their R&D capabilities manufacturing processes and testing facilities.

Specification Alignment: Translate US technical requirements into detailed local engineering specs. Review and approve supplier technical drawings P&IDs and control logics.

Testing & Validation: Lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and performance validation for CDU and Fan Array units. Focus on heat exchange efficiency pressure drop and fan curve accuracy.

Cross-System Optimization: Collaborate with the US team to ensure seamless communication between the Chillers the CDUs and the Fan Array.

Market Intelligence: Track advanced cooling technologies in the Chinese data center market (e.g. cold plate liquid cooling immersion cooling) and provide insights to the US team.

Project Management: Lead engineering-side projects from initial vendor selection to prototype delivery under aggressive schedules.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: At least 5 years of working experience in HVAC Data Center Cooling or Industrial Thermal Management systems.

Education: Bachelors degree or above majoring in Thermal Energy Engineering Mechanical Engineering or Process Equipment and Control Engineering.

Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of heat exchangers (Plate/Frame) pump control and fan array technology.

• Familiar with liquid cooling loops (Primary/Secondary circuits) and flow control logic.
• Experience with Data Center standards (e.g. Uptime Institute ASHRAE TC 9.9).

Language: Excellent written and oral English skills are mandatory to collaborate with US-based stakeholders.

Competence Requirement:

Leadership Competency: High level of Innovation and Strategic Thinking

Functional Competency: Excellence in Technical Analysis Supplier Quality Management and System Integration.