xAI
Manager, Mechanical Engineering
Memphis, TN; Southaven, MS · Senior · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 123 days ago
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About the role
- This is a full-time, onsite role based in the Memphis region.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of Mechanical Engineers, providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and professional development while driving accountability for project deliverables.
- Own the end-to-end mechanical design strategy for AI data center infrastructure, including liquid cooling loops, cold plates, manifolds, heat exchangers, server enclosures, structural supports, facility HVAC systems, and related MEP integration.
- Define and evolve mechanical standards, design guidelines, and best practices to ensure performance, reliability, manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and scalability across current and future facilities.
- Perform and oversee complex engineering analyses (thermal, fluid dynamics, structural, CFD, FEA) to optimize systems and meet extreme density, efficiency, and uptime targets.
- Develop and review specifications, 3D models, drawings, BOMs, test plans, and commissioning procedures
- support prototyping, qualification, and continuous improvement.
- Lead cross-functional collaboration on new facility designs, cluster expansions, and retrofits, balancing performance, schedule, budget, and operational requirements.
- drive corrective actions and lessons learned into future designs.
- Manage project priorities, resources, and risks within the mechanical engineering scope while supporting broader infrastructure program goals.
- Stay current with industry advancements in data center cooling, sustainable design, and mechanical technologies to maintain xAI's competitive edge.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in mechanical system design, with at least 3 years in a leadership or people-management role.
- Proven experience leading mechanical engineering teams in hyperscale data centers, critical facilities, or high-density compute environments.
- Track record of delivering complex mechanical infrastructure projects on time and within budget while maintaining high reliability and efficiency.
- Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
- Ability to travel occasionally as required by project needs.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline (Master's or PE license preferred).
Skills
- Proficiency with engineering tools such as CFD (e.g., ANSYS, FloTHERM), FEA, AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM workflows.
- Strong knowledge of relevant codes and standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, IBC, etc.).
- Experience with construction project management, contractor oversight, commissioning, and vendor management.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with ownership of outcomes.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
- This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity.
- All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company's mission.
- Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important.
- All employees are expected to have strong communication skills.
- They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.
Company info
- We are seeking an exceptional Manager, Mechanical Engineering to lead our Mechanical Engineering team within xAI's Physical Infrastructure organization in Memphis.
This listing is sourced directly from xAI's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.