Kevin Shipley
Senior Mechanical Engineer Microsoft
Kevin Shipley is a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Microsoft, specializing in energy systems and high-performance mechanical design for mission-critical facilities. With previous roles as a Mechanical Field Engineer at AWS, he brings deep expertise in data center operations and reliability. Kevin is a licensed Professional Engineer and Building Analyst Professional, committed to creating sustainable, efficient mechanical solutions.
Seminars
- Analyzing chip manufacturer roadmaps and emerging technologies to anticipate evolving thermal and power requirements
- Evaluating advanced mechanical equipment innovations to balance compact footprints with energy efficiency
- Exploring alternative piping materials and configurations beyond stainless steel to speed installation, maintain fluid purity, improve reliability and reduce material and operational costs
Evaluating layout, piping and spatial planning to ensure efficient integration of mechanical equipment (such as CDUs, piping and CRAHs), without sacrificing white space
Incorporating innovative mechanical equipment designs such as compact chillers or advanced coil technologies to maintain capacity while reducing physical footprint and improving efficiency
Optimizing mechanical equipment placement to maintain airflow efficiency and accessibility for maintenance and operational reliability
