Senior CAD Design Engineer

Lambda Labs • San Jose, CA

67d • Remote

About The Position

As a Senior CAD Design Engineer specializing in data center infrastructure, you will independently develop detailed technical drawings and 3D models for high-density white space environments that power the world's most demanding AI workloads. Working under the general guidance of the CAD Design and Documentation Manager and reporting to the Director of Data Center Capacity and Engineering, you'll apply your advanced design expertise to deliver constructible, scalable, and efficient infrastructure solutions. You will use sound judgment to resolve complex design challenges, propose creative solutions in uncharted territory, and partner cross-functionally with senior mechanical, electrical, and network engineers to ensure seamless, high-quality documentation that meets both industry standards and Lambda's design philosophy.

Requirements

• Advanced mastery of CAD tools (AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent) for producing detailed 2D/3D documentation of electrical, mechanical, and infrastructure systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of data center systems-power, cooling, and cabling-and ability to integrate them into cohesive, conflict-free designs.
• Proven track record producing construction-ready documentation that meets both internal and external stakeholder expectations.
• Ability to independently drive design coordination across MEP disciplines, anticipating issues and facilitating solutions.
• Strong emphasis on design integrity, validation, and attention to detail-recognizing how drawing accuracy translates into build quality and uptime reliability.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (NEC, ASHRAE, TIA/EIA) and how to apply them to real-world data center environments.
• Experience using design coordination and project management tools (Smartsheet, Jira, Procore, Google Workspace).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and adapt designs to novel challenges in high-performance computing environments.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop and refine CAD drawings for high-density data center power distribution systems, including PDU layouts, whip routing, RPP placements, and power distribution pathways.
• Design and coordinate advanced cooling system layouts covering CRAC/CRAH placements, airflow and containment optimization, and sensor integration.
• Design complex overhead cabling and support systems including ladder racks, baskets, trays, and structured cabling routes.
• Produce precise floor plans for high-density cabinet layouts, network gear placement, and service clearances.
• Generate detailed P&IDs for liquid cooling networks, including supply/return piping, manifolds, and isolation valve configurations.
• Develop construction-ready drawings-plans, sections, elevations, and details-with minimal supervision.
• Interface with senior mechanical, electrical, and network engineering peers to align and validate multidisciplinary designs.
• Build high-fidelity 3D models to identify spatial conflicts, validate constructability, and support coordination with construction partners.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Lambda's CAD and documentation standards.
• Perform rigorous peer reviews of drawings and models to verify technical accuracy, completeness, and adherence to codes and standards.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.
• Wellness and Commuter stipends for select roles.
• 401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees).
• Flexible Paid Time Off Plan that we all actually use.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees