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Scout Motors

Lead Engine Cooling System Engineer

Novi, MI

$96K - $126K/yr

Lead and mentor engineers specializing in engine cooling, airflow, and thermal validation. * Set technical direction for cooling system design and testing strategy. * Promote hands-on, data-driven ...

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Buffalo, NY · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

We're looking for an Advanced Cooling Design Engineer to join API's founding refrigeration engineering team. We are looking for a highly driven, creative engineer ready to help drive explosive growth ...

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How much do cooling engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for cooling engineer in the United States is $107,282.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,500.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cooling engineer?

Cooling Engineers are professionals who design, install, maintain, and repair cooling systems, such as air conditioning and refrigeration units, for residential, commercial, and industrial settings. They ensure that cooling systems operate efficiently and safely, troubleshooting issues and performing routine maintenance as needed. Cooling Engineers often work with HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems and must stay updated with industry standards and environmental regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cooling engineer?

To thrive as a Cooling Engineer, you need a strong background in mechanical or HVAC engineering, thermodynamics, and systems design, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree or certification. Proficiency with CAD software, HVAC design tools, and familiarity with industry standards like ASHRAE are essential. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you excel in client interactions and multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure efficient, safe, and innovative cooling solutions that meet technical and regulatory requirements.

What are some typical challenges a cooling engineer faces when working on large commercial projects?

Cooling Engineers working on large commercial projects often encounter challenges such as integrating complex HVAC systems into existing infrastructure, ensuring energy efficiency while meeting regulatory standards, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders like architects and construction teams. Additionally, troubleshooting unexpected technical issues during installation or maintenance is common. Effective communication and adaptability are key, as project requirements and schedules can change rapidly.

What is the difference between Cooling Engineer vs HVAC Engineer?

AspectCooling EngineerHVAC Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, certifications like LEED or HVAC-specific licensesBachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, HVAC certifications, licenses
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing cooling systems, working in labs or on-site for cooling solutionsDesigning, installing, and maintaining heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems
Industry UsageSpecialized in cooling systems for data centers, industrial cooling, or refrigerationBroader role covering heating, ventilation, and air conditioning across various buildings

Cooling Engineers focus specifically on designing and optimizing cooling systems, often in specialized environments like data centers or industrial facilities. HVAC Engineers handle a wider range of climate control systems, including heating and ventilation, across residential, commercial, and industrial settings. While both roles require similar technical credentials, their scope and application differ based on industry needs.

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Infographic showing various Cooling Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $107,282 per year, or $51.6 per hour.

Senior Data Center Cooling Systems Engineer

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

Nvidia
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$122K - $168K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Nvidia rating

9.6

Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Data Center Cooling Systems Engineer to help develop efficient liquid-cooling solutions for high-density computing. You will work across rack, facility, and campus infrastructure to improve cooling performance, energy use, water use, reliability, acoustics, and heat reuse.

We seek an expert engineer with expertise in one or more areas, including single-phase liquid cooling, refrigeration, pumped two-phase cooling, facility cooling, heat rejection, energy and water optimization, or waste-heat recovery. Candidates need not be knowledgeable in every field.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Develop and evaluate single-phase liquid-cooling and pumped refrigeration systems for high-density computing.

  • Link rack-level cooling needs with facility cooling, heat rejection, and plant controls.

  • Use engineering analysis and simulation to study thermal performance, fluid flow, pressure, controls, and system response.

  • Compare build options based on energy use, water consumption, reliability, footprint, noise, cost, and heat-reuse potential.

  • Partner with suppliers and research collaborators to advance cooling and heat-rejection products.

  • Plan tests, review results, and compare simulation predictions with measured performance.

  • Turn technical findings into build requirements, reference architectures, supplier specifications, and technology roadmaps.

What We Need to See:

  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Energy Engineering, Refrigeration Engineering, or a similar area of study, with equivalent experience.

  • Over 12 years of pertinent experience in data center cooling, liquid cooling, refrigeration, thermal systems, heat rejection, or critical facilities.

  • Knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, refrigeration cycles, and thermal-hydraulic systems.

  • Experience in at least one applicable field, such as direct liquid cooling, pumped refrigeration, two-phase cooling, facility cooling, heat rejection, acoustics, or waste-heat recovery.

  • Experience with cooling equipment such as coolant distribution units, chillers, pumps, heat exchangers, cooling towers, or dry coolers.

  • Experience with computational fluid dynamics or fluid-network modeling tools, such as Cadence Reality DC Build, Ansys, Siemens Simcenter STAR-CCM+, Flownex, or comparable software.

  • Ability to translate engineering analysis into practical builds, test plans, technical requirements, and implementation recommendations.

  • Clear communication skills and experience working with suppliers, research partners, and multi-functional engineering teams.

Ways to Stand Out from the Crowd:

  • PhD or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Sciences, Refrigeration, Energy Systems, or a closely related area.

  • Experience with hyperscale data centers, high-performance computing systems, or other high-density computing environments.

  • Experience with pumped two-phase refrigeration, flow boiling, advanced liquid cooling, or low-global-warming-potential refrigerants.

  • Experience addressing water use, facility noise, waste-heat recovery, or other community concerns related to data center infrastructure.

  • Contributions to standards, patents, technical publications, or industry research communities.

NVIDIA is widely considered one of the technology world's most desirable employers. We encourage collaborative engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, learning across fields, and developing more balanced computing infrastructure.

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 5, and 216,000 USD - 345,000 USD for Level 6.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until August 24, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It's a unique legacy of innovation that's fueled by great technology--and amazing people. Today, we're tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what's never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world's best talent.

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10,000+ Employees

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Santa Clara, CA, US

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