Mechanical Engineer - Data Centres

Goodman; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Study assistance for postgraduate and

Discretionary bonus

Share scheme

Wellness program

Job summary

Goodman is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to help deliver hyperscale AI data centre projects in Melbourne. You will apply expertise in critical environments on large, long-term facilities, working with our Engineering Manager, consultants, and vendors to support design and delivery of high‑performance mechanical infrastructure across our Melbourne campus.

You will design, review and optimise mechanical systems for data centres, assess RFIs and submittals, and help shape technical standards like

Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least five years’ experience in data centres or similar high‑performance environments.
• Experience with air and water systems, controls and ancillary services.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and specifications.
• Understanding of Victorian mechanical codes, standards and authority requirements.
• Ability to work independently with remote support from a national team.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation and performance of mechanical systems for data centre facilities.
• Review technical designs, RFIs and submittals across mechanical and related disciplines.
• Collaborate with vendors and consultants to assess equipment, technical solutions and customer requirements.
• Contribute to design reviews, project documentation, lessons learned and ongoing optimisation.
• Help shape Goodman’s technical standards, including Basis of Design and Technical Performance Requirements.

Skills

Reading drawings

Independent work

HVAC systems

Data centre knowledge

Project collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – Data Centres at Goodman

We’re looking for a Mechanical Engineer to help deliver hyperscale AI data centre projects at scale.

This role is for someone who understands the technical detail of critical environments and wants to apply that expertise on projects that are large, complex and built for the long term.

You’ll work closely with our Engineering Manager, Design Managers, consultants, contractors, vendors and customers to support the design and delivery of high-performance mechanical infrastructure across our Melbourne data centre campus.

What You’ll Be Working On

• Supporting the design, implementation and performance of mechanical systems for data centre facilities
• Reviewing technical designs, RFIs and submittals across mechanical and related disciplines
• Working with vendors and consultants to assess equipment, technical solutions and customer requirements
• Contributing to design reviews, project documentation, lessons learned and ongoing optimisation
• Helping shape Goodman’s technical standards, including our Basis of Design and Technical Performance Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering
• At least five years’ experience in data centres, critical facilities or similar high-performance environments
• Experience with air systems, water systems, controls and ancillary services
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications
• Understanding of Victorian mechanical codes, standards and authority requirements
• The confidence to work independently, with remote support from a growing national team

The Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• Study assistance for postgraduate and undergraduate courses
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Eligibility to participate in Goodman’s share scheme
• Wellness program that focuses on the health and wellbeing, including exercise classes, meditation, yoga, social events, exclusive discounts, cooking classes, financial wellbeing seminars and more.