Senior Mechanical Engineer, Data Center Mission Critical

GHD; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their Global Data Centre Design Team. This senior role involves leading mechanical design for advanced AI and hyperscale data centres, influencing innovative strategies for high-availability infrastructure. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience, expertise in cooling systems, and a strong educational background in mechanical engineering. An opportunity to shape future data centre designs in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Globally significant projects

Innovative working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years focused on mission critical and/or data centre projects.
• Experience with hyperscale and AI data centre cooling design strategies is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to produce technical designs, calculations, and specifications to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design for mission critical facilities.
• Develop high-quality designs, specifications, and technical reports.
• Integrate energy efficiency and sustainable technologies into design strategies.

Skills

Cooling system design expertise

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering

Master’s degree or Chartered Engineer status

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

IES

CFD modelling

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their Global Data Centre Design Team. This senior role involves leading mechanical design for advanced AI and hyperscale data centres, influencing innovative strategies for high-availability infrastructure. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience, expertise in cooling systems, and a strong educational background in mechanical engineering. An opportunity to shape future data centre designs in a collaborative environment.