Director Mechanical Engineer

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Madrid, Spain

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Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

31.03.2025

Expiry Date:

15.05.2025

Job Description:

A leading company, part of a major international business group, and currently expanding into new business areas, is looking to hire a Director Mechanical Engineer.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director Mechanical Engineer to join our Data Center Technical Department. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in leading the design, supervising construction phases, and defining processes and procedures for the operations phase. This senior-level position requires a deep understanding of mechanical systems in data centers and the ability to drive innovation and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Mechanical System Leadership:
• Lead the design and development of innovative mechanical systems for next-generation data centers, ensuring energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
• Provide technical direction and oversight for complex mechanical infrastructure, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to meet organizational objectives.
• Champion the integration of advanced cooling, ventilation, and fire protection technologies to enhance data center performance and operational efficiency.
• Project Design Support:
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define and review advanced mechanical specifications and requirements for data center projects.
• Evaluate and select high-performance mechanical systems, ensuring alignment with project goals and industry standards.
• Ensure mechanical designs meet global sustainability targets and are adaptable to future technological advancements.
• Construction Phase Supervision:
• Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical systems during the construction phase, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct comprehensive site inspections to verify compliance with design requirements and to address mechanical challenges effectively.
• Act as the primary point of escalation for mechanical system issues during construction, working closely with contractors and vendors to implement solutions.
• Operations Process and Procedure Definition:
• Develop and document advanced processes and procedures for the maintenance and optimization of mechanical systems.
• Lead the deployment of monitoring and diagnostic tools to ensure mechanical systems operate efficiently and reliably.
• Provide strategic training and technical guidance to operations teams, enabling them to manage cutting-edge mechanical systems effectively.
• Innovation and Research:
• Research emerging trends and technologies in mechanical engineering, incorporating innovative solutions into data center designs.
• Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate advanced mechanical systems before large-scale implementation.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in mechanical engineering leadership roles within the data center or related industries.
• Expertise in designing, implementing, and optimizing complex mechanical systems, including HVAC, cooling, and fire protection.
• Strong understanding of energy efficiency, sustainability practices, and mechanical system integration.
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills, with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to travel to global data center sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification.
• Extensive experience with mechanical lifecycle management, from concept design to decommissioning.
• Familiarity with advanced mechanical monitoring, analytics, and system optimization tools.
• Track record of contributing to industry standards or publications related to mechanical engineering.

This role represents a Principal-level position, providing thought leadership and technical expertise to ensure the successful delivery of data center projects while driving innovation and operational excellence.