Senior Mechanical Engineer

Cundall; Manila; On-site; PHP 2,149,877 - 3,378,378; Full time

Job summary

Cundall is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join their data centre team in Manila, Philippines. The role requires expertise in mechanical design and consulting, where you will deliver innovative solutions for high-profile data centre projects.

You will be involved in all stages of mechanical design, engage with clients, and lead junior engineers while contributing to a culture of sustainability and excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering mechanical design solutions for complex projects.
• Ability to prepare technical specifications and documentation.
• Experience coordinating designs with project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate mechanical design solutions including HVAC air-conditioning.
• Prepare technical specifications and project reports.
• Conduct site inspections to inform design development.
• Lead junior engineers in design delivery.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Consulting engineering experience

HVAC systems

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

The Team

We are an award winning global consultancy and have been named Building’s Engineering Consultant of the Year in 2024, 2022 and 2021. We are at the forefront of the industry, priding ourselves on our exemplary track record of designing innovative and sustainable projects.

Sustainability runs through everything we do at Cundall, and our people are empowered to drive change and decarbonise the built environment. By the end of this decade, we have set ourselves an ambitious goal to only work on projects that meet our zero carbon design criteria, a commitment we have called our Zero Carbon Design 2030 goal. We need engineers who share this passion for sustainability and thrive in designing energy efficient buildings and communities.

Cundall’s building services team’s mission is to play a key role in making buildings more energy efficient, sustainable and cost effective to operate – and we pride ourselves on our exemplary track record of designing innovative and practical mechanical and electrical solutions.

With offices in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia and Australia we offer a pro‑active and collaborative approach to skill development, professional excellence and knowledge sharing.

Our Philippines operations represents Cundall as our Regional Centre of excellence for Data Centre design, Sustainability, and Building Services.

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced and client‑focused Senior Engineer with mechanical design experience to join our data centre team.

You will have excellent mechanical design and consulting experience, ideally from a highly technical background. Your previous project experience will demonstrate an ability to transition into our data centre sector. You do not need previous data centre experience to apply. Our data centre specialist designers will mentor you as you enter our internal DC101 programme. This will give all new joiners the skills, context, and mentors to successfully transition into the sector and grow your career in this exciting industry.

You’ll play a hands‑on role in some of the most high‑profile data centre projects in the world. As part of our collaborative, multi‑disciplinary team, you will drive the delivery of regional and global data centre projects. As part of the role, you’ll be engaging directly with clients, shaping technical strategies, as well as reviewing and developing designs for our projects. You’ll be trusted to take ownership of your work while being supported by a team of experienced engineers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate mechanical design solutions including HVAC air‑conditioning, chilled water, ventilation, equipment selections, public health, and building management services systems.
• Prepare technical specifications, schedules, calculations, project reports, and supporting documentation.
• Conduct site inspections and surveys to inform and validate design development.
• Coordinate detailed designs with other disciplines and project stakeholders.
• Lead and support junior engineers and BIM technicians in design delivery and professional development.
• Contribute to internal and external project meetings, providing electrical expertise.
• Support project teams in the delivery of high‑quality mechanical design packages.
• Work with colleagues across regional and international offices on multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Use your initiative to proactively resolve design and project challenges.

The Skills

We’re looking for a qualified engineer educated to a degree level in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related technical discipline. You may be Chartered or working towards it, either way, we’ll support your career path.

You will have gained experience in a consulting engineering role and looking to take this to a new challenge. We value people who bring initiative, problem‑solving, and a collaborative mindset to their work.

You don’t need previous data centre experience. Our DC101 programme has been designed to provide in-depth technical training alongside your projects to ensure new joiners can succeed in the industry. This programme has led to multiple award wins and nominations for talent development across the data centre sector.

In your most recent position, you have consistently demonstrated your ability to manage small to medium‑scale projects and small teams of engineers to deliver to, and exceed, client expectations.

Our established critical systems team has a wealth of experience, as well as an excellent project pipeline. This is a great place to develop your skills and gain experience within a supportive team atmosphere.

Job Description

Your career at Cundall

We know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That’s why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.

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