Orbital’s hardware solutions solve the biggest challenges in data centers. Each of our products contains an advanced material discovered with our AI, giving it breakthrough real-world performance. We’re looking for ambitious thinkers and builders; those excited by the challenge of bridging AI and industry, chemistry and computation, discovery and deployment.
Our mission is to usher in an era where new, advanced materials are both discovered and engineered with AI and we’ll use this to build hardware that solve major global technology challenges.
Joining Orbital Materials means working at the intersection of deep tech, applied science, and engineering innovation. We are a truly global organisation with sites in London (UK) San Francisco (CA), Princeton (NJ) & Calgary (Canada) building teams in ML Research and Product Development to Mechanical and Chemical Engineering, offering opportunities for talented individuals who want to shape the future of materials and their applications in high-impact industries.
Role OverviewOrbital Materials is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and optimize advanced modular data centers, focusing on revolutionary two-phase direct-to-chip cooling applications leveraging Orbital's proprietary fluid discoveries, and developing dual-use chiller systems for simultaneous data center cooling and carbon capture.
This role involves hands-on participation in cutting-edge research, including design and layout of mechanical systems for data center equipment and actively participating in and conducting lab experiments to verify the validity and performance of our modular data centers, novel cooling solutions and integrated carbon capture systems.
Key ResponsibilitiesMechanical Systems Design for Modular Data Centers and Cooling Solutions
Selection of coils, heat exchangers, chillers, compressors,
Working with key stakeholders to optimize designs for performance, manufacturability, and ease of deployment
Design and Thermodynamic Analysis for Cold Plate Cooling Systems
Assist in setup, running and analysis of results for CFD
Assist in setup, running and analysis of results for FEA
Design, Selection and Analysis of Refrigeration Systems
Compare the impact on overall efficiency of the data center of different refrigerants for the ambient design condition
Select compressors, expansion valves, and other supporting systems
Coordination, Review and Approval of Technical Reports and Documentation
Review internal engineering work as well as external contractors such as CFD and FEA analysis
Professional engineering designation in Alberta, Canada or local regulatory body
Experience in the design and equipment selection of mechanical systems used for data center cooling and/or HVAC systems
Familiarity with various data center tiers and best practices for efficiency and reliability
Continuous improvement mindset
Experience in the design, selection, and optimization of chiller systems for large-scale cooling applications
Proficiency in conducting thermodynamic analysis to optimize cooling system performance, energy efficiency, and heat transfer.
Experience with relevant simulation software (e.g., CFD, FEA) for thermal and fluid dynamics an asset
Practical experience in designing and executing lab experiments to validate the performance of mechanical systems, cooling solutions, and integrated systems.
Ability to interpret experimental data and translate findings into design improvements.
Experience in the selection and design of refrigeration systems and components
Competitive salary commensurate with AI sector
Flexible and generous paid time off
Pension with company match
Excellent health, dental and vision insurance plans
Equity package - the ability to own part of Orbital Materials as we grow
Regular company offsites
The experience of working in a cutting-edge organization dedicated to a better future
Orbital Materials is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Building novel solutions for clean air, water and energy with AI. Let's keep Earth our home forever. From sustainable fuels, to carbon capture, to harmful chemical removal from the environment, Orbital Materials develops and commercialises technologies that keep earth our home forever. At the core of our company is a foundation model for atoms, built by world experts in generative AI and large language models.
