Mechanical Design Engineer Lead - (HVAC, Electrical, FirePro)

Business Process Outsourcing International, Inc.; Mabalacat; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Business Process Outsourcing International, Inc. is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer Lead with a data center focus to lead the design, coordination, and technical development of HVAC, electrical, and fire protection systems.

You will collaborate with project teams to review drawings in AutoCAD and Revit, ensuring compliance with Philippine codes and international standards. This role involves mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with architects, contractors, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer license is an advantage.
• 5–8 years of engineering design experience, preferably with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong experience in data center or mission-critical facilities.
• Hands-on experience in HVAC, electrical systems, and fire protection design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Ability to interpret and review detailed drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of MEP coordination, building codes, and safety standards.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Available to start ASAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and technical development of HVAC, electrical, and fire protection systems for data center projects.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, layouts, schematics using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and fire protection designs to avoid conflicts.
• Oversee HVAC system design including cooling, ventilation, air distribution, and chillers.
• Review electrical layouts, power distribution, and equipment connections.
• Lead fire protection design and coordination, including detection and suppression.
• Ensure designs meet data center reliability, energy efficiency, safety, and performance.
• Conduct design reviews and quality checks for compliance.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, contractors, consultants, and PMs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Identify design issues and support troubleshooting during execution.
• Ensure compliance with Philippine building codes and international standards.

Skills

Data center experience

Leadership

Communication

MEP coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer license (advantage)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer Lead with a strong background in data center engineering and building systems design, particularly in HVAC, electrical, and fire protection systems. The successful candidate will lead the design, coordination, and technical development of engineering plans while ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and applicable engineering codes.

The ideal candidate must have hands-on experience using AutoCAD and Revit, with the ability to manage multidisciplinary engineering designs and coordinate with project teams, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the design and technical development of HVAC, electrical, and fire protection systems for data center projects.

• Prepare, review, and validate engineering drawings, layouts, schematics, and technical documentation using AutoCAD and Revit.

• Develop and coordinate mechanical, electrical, and fire protection (MEP/FP) designs to ensure compatibility and avoid design conflicts.

• Oversee HVAC system design, including cooling systems, ventilation, air distribution, chillers, and other critical cooling infrastructure.

• Review electrical system layouts, power distribution, equipment connections, and related engineering requirements.

• Lead fire protection system design and coordination, including fire detection, alarm, suppression, and other life safety systems.

• Ensure designs meet data center requirements for reliability, redundancy, energy efficiency, safety, and operational performance.

• Conduct design reviews, technical assessments, and quality checks to ensure accuracy and compliance with project specifications.

• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, contractors, consultants, and project managers throughout the design and implementation stages.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design team members.

• Identify design issues, recommend engineering solutions, and support troubleshooting during project execution.

• Ensure compliance with applicable Philippine building codes, fire safety regulations, electrical standards, and international engineering standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline. A degree in Electrical Engineering may also be considered, provided the candidate has strong multidisciplinary MEP/FP design experience.

• Licensed Professional Engineer is an advantage.

• At least 5–8 years of relevant engineering design experience, preferably with leadership or supervisory responsibilities.

• Strong experience in data center engineering or mission-critical facilities is highly preferred.

• Hands-on experience in HVAC, electrical systems, and fire protection design.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is required.

• Ability to prepare, interpret, and review detailed engineering drawings, layouts, and technical specifications.

• Familiarity with data center infrastructure, including cooling systems, power distribution, fire detection, and suppression systems.

• Knowledge of MEP coordination, engineering standards, building codes, and fire safety requirements.

• Strong technical leadership, project coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills when working with multidisciplinary teams

• Can start ASAP