Principal Technical Governance Mechanical Engineer

Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO&I) is the team behind the cloud.  Within CO&I, the Datacenter Engineering (DCE) team is responsible for delivering core datacenter infrastructure for Microsoft’s cloud business. The MS portfolio consists of complex, multi-disciplinary, large scale, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects. We are looking for a Principal Technical Governance Mechanical Engineer to help build the cloud datacenters that power the world’s largest online services.  

The successful candidate will fulfill a technical role for Microsoft as a global datacenter mechanical subject matter expert (SME). This role will involve supporting Microsoft’s datacenter Technical Excellence program and projects globally. The successful candidate will be required to set and provide global technical direction for internal DCE mechanical subject matter experts (SME) and external consultants. This role will require broad knowledge of datacenter cooling equipment, associated cooling strategies, and overall topology for Microsoft’s global fleet of datacenters.

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day. 

This role is located either in one or all hub locations - Atlanta, GA, Washington, D.C., Redmond, WA, San Antonio, TX or Phoenix, AZ.  

Relocation support will be provided, and successful candidates will need to relocate or reside within 50 miles of the hub office location.  

This role is eligible for hybrid or remote work, up to (50)%. 

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. 

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will be a Principal Technical Governance Mechanical Engineer with expertise in datacenter mechanical systems. The successful candidate will be a team player able to support a multi-disciplined group designing Microsoft Datacenters globally, have an in-depth understanding of datacenter cooling technologies, large cooling plant and distribution system design, and detailed knowledge of PUE and WUE models.

Additional responsibilities will require the candidate to:

• Provide consistent and strong leadership with excellent communication skills.
• Manage multiple, concurrent initiatives with minimal oversight.
• Support weekly Mechanical SME meetings with deployment teams to set direction and align priorities.
• Develop presentations and communicate frequently with senior leadership​ on strategic direction and technical subject matter.
• Develop and continually improve existing processes, procedures, and documentation.
• Work cross functionally with multiple stakeholders to deliver and continually improve Microsoft’s overall Mechanical design approach.
• Work effectively with other technical and non-technical groups in a fast-paced environment and facilitate cross-group collaboration and stakeholder alignment.
• Exhibit personal integrity with a methodical and detail-oriented work ethic.
• Exercise sound engineering judgement to develop first of kind and innovative datacenter cooling solutions from inception to deployment.
• Other: Embody our culture and values 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years related technical engineering experience
  • OR Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years related technical engineering experience
  • OR Doctorate in Mec