Data Center HVAC Engineer — Mission-Critical Cooling Lead

MatchaTalent; Jakarta Selatan; On-site; IDR 300,000,000 - 540,000,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchaTalent is seeking an experienced HVAC Engineer (Data Center) to design, validate and deliver advanced cooling solutions for large-scale facilities in South Jakarta. You will lead end-to-end engineering, perform thermal analysis, select equipment, coordinate with stakeholders, and support onsite commissioning to ensure reliable, energy-efficient operation.

The role requires strong knowledge of data-center cooling technologies, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and a focus on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in HVAC system design and thermal engineering.
• Experience leading data center or mission-critical projects.
• Experience with large-scale data center cooling systems preferred.
• Knowledge of chilled water, DX, CRAH/CRAC, cooling towers and AHU.
• Familiar with BMS, electrical infrastructure, and MEP coordination.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, HVAC design software, CFD, and MS Office.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Willing to work flexible hours during critical project phases.
• Professional English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive HVAC and mechanical cooling solutions for large-scale data center facilities, including heat load calculations, airflow analysis, piping layouts, and 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 thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

HVAC design software

CFD modeling

Job description

MatchaTalent is seeking an experienced HVAC Engineer (Data Center) to design, validate and deliver advanced cooling solutions for large-scale facilities in South Jakarta. You will lead end-to-end engineering, perform thermal analysis, select equipment, coordinate with stakeholders, and support onsite commissioning to ensure reliable, energy-efficient operation.

The role requires strong knowledge of data-center cooling technologies, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and a focus on