Senior Mechanical Application Engineer

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world's most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience.

Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.

DLB Associates is posting this opportunity on behalf of Galtra. The selected candidate will be joining and working directly with the Galtra team

Position Title: Senior Mechanical Application Engineer

Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States

About Galtra

Galtra designs and manufactures modular, prefabricated infrastructure systems for mission-critical data centers. We integrate mechanical, electrical, controls, and automation into site-ready packages that accelerate delivery, increase density, and cut integration risk. We partner with owners, operators, and leading engineering firms to deliver standardized, scalable solutions for AI-ready and HPC environments.

Salary

At Galtra, we know salary ranges listed on job boards don't always reflect our pay practices. In many cases, we offer more competitive compensation for well-qualified candidates. For this role, the salary range is $115,000 – $175,000 annually, provided as a good faith estimate based on experience, location, and qualifications.

This position is also eligible for performance-based bonuses, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and more.

Job Summary

This is a senior-level, hands-on engineering role. You will own mechanical application engineering for Galtra's prefabricated platforms, bridging requirements, design, and vendor execution. You will also collaborate closely with the Supply Chain Director, Operations Director, Sales, and the President to ensure products meet both technical and commercial goals.

Mechanical depth is essential, and knowledge of electrical systems, controls, and BAS/BMS integration is a strong advantage. Candidates who can operate across disciplines will be highly favored.

Essential Functions

• Lead development of prefabricated mechanical offerings such as fan coil units, chilled water skids, hydronic systems, and integrated assemblies.
• Translate customer requirements and drawings into manufacturable, scalable solutions with clear BOMs and options.
• Independently select and size fans, coils, pumps, valves, and piping, providing calculation packages and design notes.
• Collaborate with electrical and controls teams on integration of VFDs, MCCs, switchgear, safeties, and BAS/EPMS points lists (BACnet/Modbus).
• Partner with the Supply Chain Director, Ops Director, Sales, and President to align designs with vendor capacity, cost targets, delivery schedules, and customer needs.
• Support prototyping, FAT/SAT, and first-article builds; troubleshoot issues and close gaps fast.
• Produce and maintain datasheets, submittals, IOMs, and application guides under tight revision control.
• Work with vendors and fabricators on tolerances, weld and piping standards, coatings, vibration, and QA/QC processes.
• Contribute to IP development by modularizing platforms and applying DFM/VAVE principles

Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget

• Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in HVAC, mechanical systems, or industrial product development. Mission-critical/data center background strongly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, HVAC design, and hydronic systems.
• Familiarity with prefabricated equipment, modular/skid systems, and DFM practices.
• CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, Revit, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Working knowledge of electrical distribution, controls, and BAS/BMS systems is highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a remote, fast-moving environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills for cross-team and vendor/customer engagement.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with data center or mission-critical equipment such as CRAHs/CRACs, fan coils, chilled water plants, or CDUs.
• Exposure to commissioning processes, including FAT, SAT, or other system-level testing.
• Familiarity with industry standards and codes commonly used in HVAC, electrical, and mechanical system design (for example, ASHRAE guidelines, UL safety standards, or NFPA codes).
• Comfort working with ERP/CRM/PLM systems (NetSuite, HubSpot, or similar).
• Hands-on experience with design and analysis tools such as coil selection software, hydronic modeling, or CFD.

Physical Demands

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

• Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
• Frequently moving through office, facility and other environments
• On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Education

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required (MS preferred).

Travel / Relocation Requirements

• Up to 25%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meetings for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.

Benefits

DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.

Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team

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