Senior Mechanical Engineer Data Centre Projects

Talantir; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation support

Travel assistance

Daily allowance

Performance related bonus

Pension and healthcare

Career progression across European...

Exposure to high profile data centre…

Job summary

Talantir in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical packages on large scale data centre projects across Europe. You will own design coordination through installation, testing and commissioning on site, ensuring safety, quality and schedule compliance.

You bring a degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years' experience on major construction projects, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and Office.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years experience in a Mechanical Engineer role on large-scale construction projects.
• Experience with design and build environments, installation, testing and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical systems from design coordination through to commissioning and handover.
• Review drawings, specifications and submittals for buildability and compliance.
• Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors and internal teams across all project phases.
• Monitor site installation works to ensure quality, safety and programme targets are achieved.
• Support project planning, progress tracking and risk identification.
• Assist with subcontractor management including performance, manpower and scheduling.
• Ensure all mechanical activities comply with QHSE standards and project requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation and progress updates for stakeholders.
• Liaise with clients and design teams to ensure expectations and technical standards are met.
• Develop and manage commissioning plans in line with overall project delivery strategy.
• Support testing, snagging, commissioning and final handover documentation.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Detail oriented

Organisational skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer Data Centre Projects

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Leading international data centre contractor delivering large scale hyperscale projects across Europe

€80,000 to €100,000 DOE plus accommodation, travel, bonus and full benefits

The Company

This is an opportunity to join a specialist engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex data centre and mission critical projects across Europe. Known for technical excellence and high quality delivery, the company works with leading global clients on fast paced, high value developments.

With a growing project pipeline in the Netherlands and across mainland Europe, they offer long term career progression, exposure to cutting edge engineering solutions, and the chance to work on some of the most advanced data centre builds currently in construction.

The Role Senior Mechanical Engineer

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will take ownership of mechanical packages from early design coordination through to installation, testing and commissioning. This is a site based role where your input will directly influence programme delivery, quality standards and overall project success.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors and client representatives to ensure all mechanical systems are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical systems from design coordination through to commissioning and handover
• Review drawings, specifications and technical submittals to ensure buildability and compliance
• Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors and internal teams across all project phases
• Monitor site installation works to ensure quality, safety and programme targets are achieved
• Support project planning, progress tracking and risk identification
• Assist with subcontractor management including performance, manpower and scheduling
• Ensure all mechanical activities comply with QHSE standards and project requirements
• Prepare technical reports, documentation and progress updates for stakeholders
• Liaise with clients and design teams to ensure expectations and technical standards are met
• Develop and manage commissioning plans in line with overall project delivery strategy
• Support testing, snagging, commissioning and final handover documentation

About You

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years experience in a Mechanical Engineer role on large scale construction projects
• Strong background in mechanical systems within design and build environments
• Experience across installation, testing and commissioning phases
• Data centre project experience is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of construction health and safety regulations
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Detail focused with strong organisational ability
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, high performance site environment

What's on Offer

Salary: €80,000 to €100,000 DOE

Benefits

• Accommodation support
• Travel assistance
• Daily allowance
• Performance related bonus
• Pension and healthcare
• Career progression across European projects
• Exposure to high profile data centre developments

Why Apply

This is a standout opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer who wants to work on large scale data centre projects in Europe while gaining exposure to complex, technically demanding builds. You will be part of a high performing team where your expertise will directly impact project delivery and quality.

The role offers strong financial rewards, clear progression pathways and the chance to build experience on some of the most sought after projects in the data centre sector. If you are looking to step into a senior level role with real responsibility and long term career growth, this position delivers exactly that.