ENGINEERING MANAGER - FLORENCE, KY at Compass Group

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Sep, 26

Salary

160000.0

Posted On

14 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Liquid Cooling Expertise, Leadership, Team Development, Troubleshooting, Analytical Skills, Data-driven Decision Making, Communication, Stakeholder Management, HVAC, Fluid Systems, System Design, Commissioning, Root Cause Analysis, Vendor Management, KPI Establishment, Preventive Maintenance

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Position Title: LIQUID COOLING ENGINEERING MANAGER - FLORENCE, KY Salary: $155,000 - $160,000 Pay Grade: 16 Other Forms of Compensation: BONUS ESFM is the corporate facilities management (FM) division of Compass Group USA, a Gold-level Corporate Sustaining Partner of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), and a Platinum Corporate Member of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). ESFM self-performs 80% of all FM services provided to clients. Our portfolio of solution categories includes Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, ESG Programming, Laboratory Support Services, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Landscaping & Grounds Management, Workplace Solutions and Managed Services. This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees. ESFM’s clients include many household names from the life sciences, technology, oil & gas and manufacturing markets. This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. Job Summary The Liquid Cooling Engineering Manager is responsible for leading all engineering activities related to advanced liquid cooling systems within mission-critical or high-density environments. This role provides both technical leadership and operational oversight, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and scalability of liquid cooling infrastructure across sites. The position manages engineering teams, drives system performance, and serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for liquid cooling technologies including direct-to-chip, immersion, and glycol-based systems. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop, and manage a team of engineers and technicians supporting liquid cooling operations Serve as the technical authority for systems including CDUs, heat exchangers, pumps, piping, and glycol loops Oversee system design, installation, commissioning, and optimization Ensure coolant chemistry programs, leak detection strategies, and system integrity standards Drive preventive and predictive maintenance programs Monitor system performance including temperature, pressure, and flow Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis Establish KPIs, SLAs, and reporting metrics Manage vendors, OEMs, and client relationships Drive continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency, sustainability, and reliability Required Qualifications 7–10+ years of experience in mechanical or facilities engineering 3+ years of leadership or management experience Strong expertise in liquid cooling, HVAC, or fluid systems Experience with pumps, heat exchangers, piping systems, and coolant chemistry Proven troubleshooting experience in complex environments Preferred Qualifications Experience in data centers or mission-critical environments Knowledge of direct-to-chip or immersion cooling Familiarity with CMMS, BMS, or EPMS systems Experience with commissioning large-scale systems Technical certifications or degree in mechanical or HVAC disciplines Key Skills & Competencies Advanced liquid cooling expertise Leadership and team development Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Data-driven decision making Effective communication and stakeholder management Work Environment Mission-critical facility environment requiring a combination of hands-on field engagement and managerial oversight. May require on-call support and multi-site travel. Apply to ESFM Services today! ESFM is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Associates at ESFM are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ESFM.pdf Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Eurest Services maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID:1541829 ESFM Julia Lari

Responsibilities

Lead and manage engineering teams responsible for the reliability and scalability of advanced liquid cooling systems in mission-critical environments. Serve as the technical subject matter expert for system design, optimization, and maintenance of cooling infrastructure.