Senior Mechanical Engineer – Data Centre Delivery (Milan)

McGregor Boyall; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McGregor Boyall is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Milan project delivery team. The role focuses on delivering mechanical engineering from design review through commissioning on data centre and critical infrastructure projects.

Ideally you have 5–8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering and construction, with strong design review, submittal management and on-site delivery skills. The position is based in Milan and requires close collaboration with clients and consultants.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services.
• 5–8+ years in mechanical engineering and construction.
• Experience with mechanical, MEP or main contractor.
• Strong ability to review design documentation and submittals.
• Understanding of RIBA Stages 4–6.
• Experience managing installation, subcontractors and delivery.
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning and handover processes.
• Strong technical, commercial and stakeholder management.
• Experience in data centres or mission-critical environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess mechanical design drawings, specs, calculations and docs at RIBA Stage 4.
• Identify design discrepancies, risks and buildability issues, coordinating with consultants to resolve queries.
• Manage mechanical delivery through construction, ensuring installations align with designs.
• Coordinate mechanical subcontractors, suppliers, procurement and installation activities.
• Monitor progress, quality, costs and programme requirements.
• Manage submittals, RFIs, method statements and risk assessments; oversee inspections and installation compliance.
• Lead testing and commissioning activities including pressure testing, flushing, balancing and verification.
• Coordinate snagging, defect resolution and final system inspections.
• Ensure commissioning records, test packs, O&M manuals and handover docs are completed.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers.

Skills

Mechanical design review

Project delivery

Stakeholder management

RIBA Stage 4–6 awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

McGregor Boyall is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Milan project delivery team. The role focuses on delivering mechanical engineering from design review through commissioning on data centre and critical infrastructure projects.

Ideally you have 5–8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering and construction, with strong design review, submittal management and on-site delivery skills. The position is based in Milan and requires close collaboration with clients and consultants.