Senior Data Center HVAC Engineer

MatchaTalent; Tangerang Selatan; On-site; IDR 250,000,000 - 450,000,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchaTalent is seeking an experienced HVAC Engineer (Data Center) to design and deliver advanced mechanical cooling systems for mission-critical facilities in Jakarta. You will oversee heat load calculations, cooling system layouts, and equipment selection, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure energy-efficient performance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in data center cooling, strong knowledge of DX, CRAH/CRAC, chilled water systems, and proficiency with AutoCAD and CFD tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HVAC system design, thermal engineering, MEP engineering, or mechanical project delivery.
• Proven experience leading engineering activities within data center or mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Hands-on experience designing or delivering large-scale data center cooling systems.

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, DX, CRAH, CRAC, cooling towers, pumps, piping networks, air handling systems, and containment solutions.
• Perform thermal analysis and evaluate cooling system performance to ensure efficiency and reliability.
• Select and evaluate HVAC equipment and mechanical infrastructure for energy efficiency and compatibility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate HVAC with electrical, BMS, and other facility systems.
• Lead technical discussions, design reviews, and solution clarification sessions with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Chilled water systems

DX cooling

CRAH/CRAC

Cooling towers

Air handling systems

Heat load calculations

Psychrometrics

Thermal management

CFD modeling

AutoCAD

HVAC load calculation software

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

HVAC design and load calculation software

CFD modeling principles

Microsoft Office

Job description

This role requires the candidate to work in South Jakarta, Indonesia.

Client Overview

Our client is a global technology company operating in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry, specializing in digital infrastructure, enterprise technology solutions, and mission-critical facilities.

The organization delivers end-to-end infrastructure solutions across telecommunications, cloud computing, data centers, enterprise networks, and intelligent digital platforms. With operations spanning multiple countries and large-scale engineering projects, the company partners with enterprise clients, system integrators, and engineering organizations to support the development of highly reliable digital infrastructure.

As the demand for high-performance data center facilities continues to grow, the company is expanding its engineering capabilities and seeking experienced mechanical engineering professionals to lead the design and delivery of advanced HVAC and cooling systems for mission-critical environments.

Job Role

The HVAC Engineer (Data Center) is responsible for designing, validating, and delivering advanced mechanical cooling solutions for large-scale data center facilities. This role oversees the end-to-end engineering process, including HVAC system design, thermal analysis, equipment selection, technical evaluation, stakeholder coordination, and on-site engineering support to ensure reliable and energy-efficient cooling performance.

Working closely with project leadership, consultants, contractors, equipment suppliers, and clients, the successful candidate will ensure that mechanical systems are designed and implemented in accordance with project requirements, industry standards, and operational performance targets. The role also supports technical clarification, commissioning activities, and field issue resolution to ensure successful project delivery and long-term operational reliability.

This position is ideal for experienced HVAC or mechanical engineers with strong expertise in mission-critical cooling systems, thermal management, and large-scale data center infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive HVAC and mechanical 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.
  
  

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HVAC system design, thermal engineering, MEP engineering, or mechanical project delivery.
• Proven experience leading engineering activities within data center or other mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Hands-on experience designing or delivering large-scale data center cooling systems is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of chilled water systems, direct expansion (DX), CRAH, CRAC, cooling towers, air handling systems, heat load calculations, psychrometrics, and thermal management principles.
• Good understanding of electrical infrastructure, Building Management Systems (BMS), and integrated MEP coordination.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, HVAC design and load calculation software, CFD modeling principles, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work under pressure and adapt to dynamic project environments with frequent site deployments.
• Willing to work flexible hours during critical project phases when required.
• Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
  
  

Job Code: #821