[Remote] Thermal & Cooling Liquid Engineer (SME)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Riot Platforms, Inc. is a leader in building digital infrastructure, aiming to empower the future of this sector. They are seeking a Liquid Cooling Subject Matter Expert (SME) to oversee the deployment and management of industrial-scale liquid cooling systems, ensuring reliability and performance in high-density computing environments.ResponsibilitiesLead the technical strategy for industrial liquid cooling systems, including large-scale direct-to-chip, cold-plate, and immersion deploymentsApply thermal theory to validate system-level heat balance, fluid chemistry, and heat exchanger performanceSupport end-to-end liquid-cooled rack deployments, providing project management support for full lifecycle executionServe as a subject matter expert in valves, pumps, VFD controls, and piping hydraulics to ensure stable flow and pressure managementDefine and optimize control logic, alarm thresholds, and fail-safe interlocks in collaboration with automation teams (PLC/BMS)Support commissioning activities for liquid systems, including hydro-testing, flow balancing, and thermal validation under loadLead root-cause analysis (RCA) for thermal and fluid incidents and drive continuous improvement to reduce MTTR and repeat failuresDevelop maintenance protocols, SOPs, MOPs, and training programs for water treatment and safe operation of liquid cooling systemsSkills7+ years of experience in industrial water cooling or critical infrastructure, with a strong focus on large-scale fluid systemsProven experience in deployment and maintenance of hyperscale data center liquid cooling systems strongly preferredStrong understanding of thermal heat transfer and fluid dynamics, with expert knowledge of industrial valves, heat exchangers, and pumping systemsProficiency in reading and developing P&IDs and mechanical schematicsHands-on experience with industrial controls (PLC/BMS), alarm management, and data-driven troubleshootingAbility to manage complex projects and influence cross-functional teams (Construction, Engineering, Operations) without direct authorityAbility to meet physical job requirements and work in a data center environmentPreferred experience in Mechanical Engineering, Fluid Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical disciplinePreferred Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical Engineering) or a related fieldBenefitsCompetitive Salary: Base range (commensurate with experience) + bonus + sign-on equity grant.Eligible to participate in Riot’s equity incentive programs and share in the success you help build.401(k) Retirement Plan: Incudes a generous company match.Comprehensive Health Coverage: Multiple medical plan options, including 100% company-paid plans.Wellness & Lifestyle Perks: Enjoy free gym memberships, pet insurance, childcare discounts, and more to support your life both in and out of work.Company OverviewRiot is a Bitcoin-driven industry leader in the development of large-scale data centers and bitcoin mining applications. It was founded in 2000, and is headquartered in Castle Rock, Colorado, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.riotplatforms.com.