Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical Systems

Schneider Electric Corp; Sant Boi de Llobregat; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric in Spain is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical Systems to lead the technical execution of mechanical systems in prefabricated and modular buildings, coordinating with manufacturing, logistics, site assembly and commissioning.

You will review and coordinate HVAC, cooling and piping designs, ensure compliance with standards, and mentor junior engineers. Data center experience is a strong advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven expertise designing and integrating mechanical systems in construction projects.
• Strong background in prefabricated and modular building construction.
• Experience coordinating interfaces with electrical, structural, architectural, and controls disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical execution of mechanical systems within prefabricated and modular building projects.
• Review and coordinate HVAC, cooling, piping, ventilation, and mechanical equipment designs.
• Ensure mechanical systems comply with customer requirements and applicable standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities with other teams.
• Optimize designs for prefabrication, manufacturing, transportation and site assembly.
• Review submittals, shop drawings and vendor documentation.
• Identify and resolve mechanical integration issues across design, manufacturing and installation.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Building Services or Industrial Engineering (adv)

Job description

Join Schneider Electric and power your career!

As a global specialist in Energy Management with operations in more than 100 countries, Schneider Electric offers integrated solutions across multiple market segments, including leadership positions in Utilities & Infrastructures, Industries & Machine Manufacturers, Non-residential Buildings, Data Centers & Networks and Residential.

Focused on making energy safe, reliable, efficient, productive and green, the company’s 130,000 plus employees achieved sales of about 25 billion EUR in 2020, through an active commitment to help individuals and organizations make the most of their energy.

PREFAB DATA CENTERS BUSINESS

The modular Data Centers have been driving tremendous growth in the segment during the last years. As part of the Data Center Systems Line of Business, the MODULAR DATA CENTER organization designs and integrates full solutions in the field of power conversion, energy storage, cooling, electrical distribution, and control software into modular enclosures.

About the position:

The Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical Systems is responsible for the technical leadership, integration, and execution of mechanical systems within prefabricated buildings and modular construction projects.

The role requires extensive experience coordinating mechanical engineering activities while ensuring efficient integration with manufacturing, logistics, site assembly, and commissioning processes. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of prefabricated construction methodologies and demonstrated experience delivering complex building projects incorporating HVAC, cooling systems, piping networks, and industrial mechanical installations.

Data center experience is considered a strong advantage.

Key Responsabilities:

• Lead the technical execution of mechanical systems within prefabricated and modular building projects.
• Review and coordinate HVAC, cooling, piping, ventilation, and mechanical equipment designs.
• Ensure mechanical systems comply with customer requirements, project specifications, and applicable standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities with electrical, structural, architectural, and controls teams.
• Optimize designs for prefabrication, manufacturing, transportation, and site assembly.
• Support constructability reviews and drive practical engineering solutions during project execution.
• Review and approve technical submittals, shop drawings, and vendor documentation.
• Identify and resolve mechanical integration issues throughout design, manufacturing, and installation phases.
• Support manufacturing and site teams during assembly, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Manage mechanical engineering schedules, deliverables, and technical change control processes.
• Review equipment layouts, piping arrangements, and system integration requirements.
• Participate in quality inspections, performance testing, and commissioning activities.
• Support the preparation of as-built documentation, O&M manuals, and final handover packages.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and designers.

What will help you to be successful?

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Additional qualifications in Building Services, or Industrial Engineering are advantageous.
• Proven expertise in designing and integrating mechanical systems within construction projects.
• Strong background in prefabricated and modular building construction.
• Extensive knowledge of:
  • Mechanical systems in prefabricated buildings
  • Waterproofing systems
  • Cooling systems
  • Piping networks.
  • Mechanical equipment layouts.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and assembly constraints associated wit prefabricated buildings.
• Ability to coordinate mechanical interfaces with electrical, structural, architectural, and controls disciplines.
• Experience reviewing constructability and assembly requirements.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills.

If you would like to have:

• Exciting job in an international company, with opportunities to lead and contribute to different projects & actions (e.g. CSR, charity, Employer Branding, Well-Being)
• Work in a diverse and supportive team of professionals
• Buddy, mentor & induction training - that will help you to smoothly find yourself in our company
• Special training tailored to your needs and career goals
• No formal dress code - we welcome people as they are and perceive diversity as value for the company
• Possibility to use foreign languages and to collaborate with cross-region teams

At Schneider Electric, we believe access to energy and digital is a basic human right. We empower all to do more with less, ensuring Life Is On everywhere, for everyone, at every moment. We provide energy and automation digital solutions for efficiency and sustainability.