Lead Mechanical Engineer - Data Centres

We are seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive the design and delivery of complex data centre projects. This is a key leadership role where you will take ownership of mechanical design solutions across mission-critical environments, ensuring performance, efficiency, and reliability.

You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and contractors to deliver high-quality engineering outcomes across large-scale data centre developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of data centre projects, including HVAC, cooling, and associated systems
• Take ownership of designs from concept development through to detailed design and delivery
• Review and approve detailed design documentation, calculations, and specifications
• Ensure designs meet industry standards, sustainability targets, and client requirements

Key Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering, desirable - Chartered Engineer (CPEng) or working towards
• Proficiency in BIM / Revit and design tools
• Experience delivering hyperscale data centre projects.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical design within data centres or other mission-critical / building services environments
• Strong hands-on expertise in HVAC system design, including chilled water, CRAC/CRAH, and DX systems
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing project deliverables
• Strong understanding of redundancy design principles (N+1, 2N) and energy-efficient solutions
• Familiarity with relevant standards such as ASHRAE, NABERS, and Australian codes
• Ability to review, validate, and optimise engineering designs
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

If you’re a technically strong design-focused mechanical engineer ready to step into a leadership role within the growing data centre sector, we’d love to hear from you.

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