Data Center HVAC Engineer – Cooling Systems Lead

MatchaTalent; Tangerang Selatan; On-site; IDR 180,000,000 - 320,000,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchaTalent is seeking an experienced HVAC Engineer (Data Center) to lead the design and delivery of advanced cooling systems for mission-critical facilities in Indonesia. You will perform heat load calculations, airflow analysis, equipment selection, and on-site support to ensure reliable, energy-efficient operation.

You will collaborate with project leadership, consultants, contractors, and clients, guide reviews, resolve technical issues, and contribute to commissioning and handover.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in HVAC design or MEP for data centers.
• Experience leading engineering activities in mission-critical facilities.
• Experience with large-scale data center cooling systems is highly preferred.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, HVAC design software, CFD, and MS Office.
• Professional English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC and cooling solutions for large-scale data center facilities, including heat load calculations, airflow analysis, piping layouts, and Bill of Quantities (BOQ).
• Develop and optimize cooling system designs covering chilled water systems, direct expansion (DX), CRAH, CRAC, cooling towers, pumps, piping networks, air handling systems, and hot/cold aisle containment solutions.
• Perform thermal analysis and evaluate cooling system performance to ensure operational efficiency, reliability, and compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Select and evaluate HVAC equipment and mechanical infrastructure to ensure compatibility, energy efficiency, and optimal system performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate HVAC systems with electrical infrastructure, Building Management Systems (BMS), and other mission-critical facility components.
• Lead technical discussions, design reviews, and solution clarification sessions with clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate with equipment suppliers and subcontractors to review technical specifications, resolve engineering issues, and optimize mechanical solutions.
• Support construction and installation activities by providing technical guidance and ensuring mechanical systems are installed according to approved engineering designs.
• Conduct site inspections, review engineering changes, troubleshoot mechanical and thermal issues, and provide recommendations during project execution.
• Work closely with commissioning teams during testing, balancing, system verification, and project handover to ensure successful operation of HVAC and cooling systems.
• Prepare engineering documentation, technical calculations, reports, and project deliverables while maintaining compliance with quality, safety, and engineering standards.
• Support project teams in identifying technical risks, improving system performance, and ensuring timely delivery of data center infrastructure projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CFD modeling

HVAC design software

MS Office

Job description

MatchaTalent is seeking an experienced HVAC Engineer (Data Center) to lead the design and delivery of advanced cooling systems for mission-critical facilities in Indonesia. You will perform heat load calculations, airflow analysis, equipment selection, and on-site support to ensure reliable, energy-efficient operation.

You will collaborate with project leadership, consultants, contractors, and clients, guide reviews, resolve technical issues, and contribute to commissioning and handover.