Advanced Systems Engineering Director

ExowattAustin, Texas

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Executive

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Career Development

Job Description

About Exowatt

Exowatt is revolutionizing the energy landscape for the AI era with our groundbreaking P3 system that captures solar energy, stores it as heat, and generates electricity on demand. Founded in 2023 and backed by leading investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Sam Altman, and Felicis, we're committed to providing clean, modular, and scalable power that meets the rapidly growing demands of AI infrastructure. Our mission is to make sustainable renewable energy always available and almost free, enabling technological advancement while protecting our planet.

About the Role

We are seeking an Engineering Director to lead the design and development of advanced, next-generation data center systems. This is a deeply technical, high ownership role that sits at the intersection of mechanical and electrical engineering, IT infrastructure, thermal modeling, and manufacturing. You will drive designs from concept through production, working closely with our energy, software, and operations teams to deliver world-class modular data center products.

What You'll Do

Systems Design & Architecture

Lead end-to-end mechanical and electrical design of modular data center

systems, including structural enclosures, power distribution, cooling infrastructure, and IT hardware integration

Define system architecture trade-offs across density, thermal performance,

reliability, and cost

Develop and own detailed design specifications, BOMs, and engineering

drawings

IT Hardware Integration

Architect rack-level and pod-level IT layouts for high-density GPU and CPU

compute deployments

Specify and validate server, networking, storage, and power hardware

configurations in collaboration with hyperscale and neocloud customers

Ensure designs meet evolving requirements for AI/ML workloads, including high power density (40–100+ kW per rack) and advanced cooling compatibility

(liquid, immersion, rear-door)

Thermal & Power Modeling

Build and validate CFD and thermal models to predict and optimize airflow,

cooling performance, and PUE across a range of operating conditions

Develop power distribution models covering UPS, PDU, busway, and generator

integration

Use simulation tools to iterate designs rapidly before physical prototyping

Manufacturing & Productization

Partner with internal and contract manufacturers and suppliers to translate

designs into manufacturable, scalable products

Define DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly)

requirements

Lead design reviews, tolerance analyses, and factory acceptance testing

protocols

Manage engineering change processes and maintain design documentation

through the product lifecycle

Cross-Functional Leadership

Collaborate with energy, controls, and software teams to integrate data center

systems with Exowatt's P3 solar and storage platform

Serve as a technical lead and mentor to junior engineers on the team

Engage directly with customers and partners on design requirements, site

adaptations, and deployment planning

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

7+ years of engineering experience, with at least 4 years focused on

manufacturing, design, and/or mission-critical infrastructure

Deep expertise in at least two of the following: mechanical/structural systems,

power distribution, thermal management, or IT hardware architecture

Hands-on experience with thermal or power modeling tools (e.g., 6SigmaRoom,

FloEFD, ANSYS, or equivalent)

Experience taking designs from concept through manufacturing and deployment

Excellent technical communication skills — able to write crisp specs, lead

reviews, and explain trade-offs clearly

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with modular or prefabricated products at large scale

Familiarity with high-density liquid cooling architectures (direct liquid cooling,

rear-door heat exchangers, immersion)

Background working with hyperscale, colocation, or neocloud customers

Exposure to renewable energy integration or microgrid/behind-the-meter power

systems

Strong working knowledge of data center standards (TIA-942, ASHRAE, Uptime

Institute tier classifications)

Product lifecycle management (PLM) expertise

2+ years of experience with Nvidia and other compute platforms

• Experience in a fast-paced startup or hardware product company

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and equity options.

Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.

A dynamic work environment that fosters creativity and innovation.

Opportunities for professional growth and development in a rapidly evolving industry.

Relocation assistance.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

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