Mechanical Lead Engineer - Data Centres

Mission Critical Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 220,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Critical Recruitment in Sydney is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in data centre mechanical system design and integration. You will lead the full project lifecycle, coordinate HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems, and support tender and commissioning activities.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in data centre design, proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit, and knowledge of BMS and ASHRAE codes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in mechanical data centre or mission critical design.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (AutoCAD, Revit).
• Knowledge of BMS and building codes (ASHRAE).
• Strong project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical engineering across the full project lifecycle.
• Develop HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems with specs.
• Support tender docs, design reviews and value engineering.
• Coordinate consultant design packages for compliance and schedules.
• Provide on-site engineering support during commissioning and close-out.

Skills

Leadership

Data centre design

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BMS

Job description

Lead Mechanical Engineer | Data Centre projects
Location: Sydney
Salary: $220,000 - $240,000 + super and up to 50% bonus potential
Overview

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in leading Mechanical system design and integration for data centres, or similarly complex, mission critical buildings?

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee mechanical engineering across the full project lifecycle, from initial site assessments and equipment cost planning through to design development, construction support and project completion.
• Develop and coordinate HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems, including technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Support tender documentation, construction design, value engineering and client approval processes.
• Review and coordinate consultant design packages to ensure technical compliance and alignment with project schedules.
• Provide on-site engineering support during commissioning, final inspections and as-built documentation reviews.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 10+ years in mechanical data centre (or mission critical) design
• Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, Revit)
• Knowledge of BMS
• Familiarity with ASHRAE and local building codes
• Strong problem-solving, project management and communication skills

If you’re ready to take on a role in one of the most exciting and fast-growing sectors in construction, we want to hear from you!