Lead Engineer, Cooling Lab
Pubblicato il 17-10-2026 - Aligned Data Centers in Italia
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. The Lead Systems Engineer serves as the technical anchor and operational manager for Aligned's Advanced Cooling Lab. This role bridges the gap between theoretical thermal physics and real-world hyperscale cooling infrastructure. The individual will oversee both the physical empirical testing of next-generation cooling technologies and the development of virtual system models. Functioning as both a lead researcher and a commercial ambassador, this individual translates complex thermodynamic data into actionable engineering mandates and client-facing demonstrations.
Core Responsibilities
Physical Lab Operations & Empirical Testing: Direct the daily operations, safety protocols, and mechanical configuration of the Advanced Cooling Lab. Design and execute rigorous physical test plans for emerging data center cooling hardware and technologies.
Digital Twin & System Modeling (HFSS): Lead the development, tuning,
and execution of virtual simulation environments. Utilize real-world telemetry data and empirical lab results to calibrate predictive thermal and fluid dynamic models, allowing the department to mathematically stress-test proposed mechanical topologies prior to live deployment.
Proactive Validation & Innovation: Partner with the Platform Delivery and Site Operations teams to reactively test proposed system modifications stemming from Incident RCAs and proactively conduct R&D; on new cooling methodologies to maintain Aligned's market leadership.
Executive & Client Demonstrations: Serve as the definitive technical face of the Advanced Cooling Lab during strategic customer visits. Lead live demonstrations and clearly articulate complex thermodynamic concepts, system resilience, and validation methodologies to existing and prospective hyperscale clients.
Required Qualifications
Education: Advanced degree (Master's or Doc