Facility Engineer, Water Cooling Systems

Summary

We are seeking a highly talented and experienced engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Facility Liquid Cooling Systems.  In this role, the engineer will interface with engineering design firms, contractors and site production teams to establish and maintain facility cooling and distribution systems.  The role will cover multiple sites and will be part of a larger team that establishes capabilities and procedures for global operations.

Detailed Description

• Engage with contractors and manufacturing staff to identify the appropriate Facility Cooling System designs needed to meet process requirements.

• Research product technologies and present objective evaluations to guide capital purchase decisions .           

• Establish processes to manage all aspects of operation to cover safety, critical controls, preventive maintenance and ongoing performance evaluation.     

• Engage with site and corporate product teams to understand production and customer requirements and present feasible solutions

• Engage with ASHRAE industry groups to ensure compliance with industry practices and standards 

• Use 3D modeling methods to analyze technical designs and communicate concepts

• Engage with site facility teams to maintain compliance with local safety and environmental regulations

•  50% - 75%  travel in North America, Asia and Europe 

Typical Experience

• 10+ years of experience in in the design, commissioning and operation of large-scale cooling systems

• Proven experience in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer principles

• Experience with data center cooling solutions is a plus

Project Management 

• Ability to manage/lead complex, multiple line engineering projects that may also involve other functions

• Demonstrate solid understanding of the technical, financial and people aspects of the project

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality, and production, to achieve program objectives.

• Create a project/change management plans to ensure that the project are delivered within the assigned time and budget

• Ability to recognize project barriers and develop mitigation plans

Leadership

• Demonstrate "People & Team Leadership Behaviors" as per Celestica Leadership Imperatives

• Mentor and lead peer engineering teams to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Act as a subject-matter expert, guiding teams in adopting best practices in electronics manufacturing

Creative Problem Solving

• Employ innovative approaches to resolve complex manufacturing challenges.

• Collaborate across departments to implement robust, cost-effective solutions.

• Stay updated on emerging industry trends and technologies to enhance process capabilities.

Customer Interaction/Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary technical interface for internal and external customers, addressing concerns and presenting solutions.

• Conduct technical reviews, process demonstrations, and progress presentations tailored to customer requirements.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and ongoing business success.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of ASHRAE standards and structure

• Proficiency with MEP layout methods, 3D CAD systems

• Background in control systems and building management systems (BMS)

• Failure Analysis, Process Yield Improvement

Typical Education

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Sciences or related field, Master’s Degree preferred.

• Ability to certify as a Professional Engineer in Texas over the next 2 years

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. 
• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
• Occasional travel may be required.