Mechanical Design Engineer - Data Center

Deerns France; Thane; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International project exposure

Dynamic and collaborative work culture

Leadership growth opportunities

Job summary

Deerns France is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for projects in Thane, India. The role involves leading mechanical design for data centres, collaborating with teams, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and 5-6 years of relevant experience. Opportunities exist for leadership growth within a dynamic, innovation-driven work culture.

Qualifications

• 5 to 6 years of experience in mechanical design for large-scale projects.
• Proficiency in design software like HAP, Carrier E20-II, TRACE 700.
• Experience with advanced cooling systems in data centres.

Responsibilities

• Lead client and professional team meetings.
• Develop mechanical designs for HVAC and cooling solutions.
• Mentor and guide trainees and junior engineers.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with standards.
• Manage project deliverables and timelines.

Skills

Mechanical design expertise

Proficiency in English

Project management

HAP/Carrier E20-II/TRACE 700 proficiency

Fire Suppression & Safety Systems knowledge

Communication and coordination skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

Senior/ Officer Mechanical Engineer – Data Centres

Location: Thane (Mumbai), India

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: Data Centres, Life Sciences & High Tech

Salary: As per company norms

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with significant experience in Data Centres, Telecom Facilities, and Mission-Critical Projects. The ideal candidate should be technically strong, innovative, and capable of leading projects with minimal supervision. This role offers exposure to international projects, advanced cooling/HVAC systems, and opportunities for career growth and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in Client, Design, Contractor, and Professional Team meetings.
• Develop concept and detailed mechanical designs, including HVAC systems, cooling solutions, and controls.
• Prepare schematics, mechanical calculations, technical specifications, reports, and equipment schedules as per industry and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate mechanical design with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Maintain commercial and project awareness, monitoring hours against agreed fees.
• Approve design variations and allocate hours efficiently.
• Mentor and guide Trainees, Graduates, and Engineers; ensure accuracy and quality of their work.
• Review contractor submissions, shop drawings, samples, and documentation.
• Conduct site inspections, QA/QC checks, and validation of contractor installations.
• Support testing, commissioning, and witness testing activities onsite.
• Ensure all work meets client expectations and complies with local codes, IS/ISO standards, and international guidelines.
• Travel to project sites within India and abroad as required.
• Take technical lead on assigned projects with minimal management input.
• Promote sustainable, energy‑efficient mechanical engineering solutions.

Requirements

• Preferred bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken)
• Experience working on big and medium data centre and industrial sector projects
• 5 to 6 years of experience in a similar role for mechanical design of large‑scale projects
• Ensuring mechanical systems meet design intent and standards
• Ability to prepare BOQs (Bill of Quantities) and understanding of timelines, dependencies, and milestones for project deliverables
• Ability to work on a tight schedule to achieve project deliverables
• Ability to prioritize own workload to meet the project target as part of the team
• Responsible for design software such as HAP, Carrier E20‑II, TRACE 700 or equivalent; design of service for the entire project
• Fire Suppression & Safety Systems – Familiarity with FM200, Novec 1230, NFPA standards
• Experience with advanced cooling systems in data centres and familiarity with Indian engineering regulations
• Very good proactive communicator and coordinator within the team
• Review and monitor design concept for project deliverables along with technical specification
• Attend daily, weekly, monthly progress and planning meetings and provide the required inputs
• Good communication and coordination skills

Why Join Us?

• Work on cutting‑edge data centre and high‑tech projects.
• Be part of a global engineering organization with international exposure.
• Opportunity to grow into leadership roles within a fast‑scaling India team.
• Dynamic, collaborative, and innovation‑driven work culture.