Mechanical Design Engineer

CTS Group; Porto Salvo; Presencial; EUR 52 000 - 82 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

Professional growth

Continuous training

International environment

Diverse team

Resumo da oferta

CTS Group in Lisbon/Porto is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Mechanical Engineering team. The role focuses on sizing HVAC systems, developing thermal loads, and producing complete system designs for mission-critical data center projects.

The ideal candidate has extensive HVAC experience for data centers, proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, and will work on-site in Lisbon or Porto, Portugal. Strong English and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualificações

• Advanced English proficiency is mandatory.
• Availability to work on-site at Lisbon or Porto is required.
• Strong background in HVAC design for Data Centres and related facilities.

Responsabilidades

• Size air conditioning, ventilation, pump, pipe, fan, and duct systems.
• Develop Thermal Load calculations using tools like IES, HAP, or Trace.
• Create P&ID and PFD diagrams using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Select specialist equipment including Chillers, Fan Coils, CRAHs, and AHUs.
• Produce complete system designs from scratch based on technical requirements.
• Write comprehensive technical specifications, reports, and documentation.
• Check designs for compliance with project specifications, contracts, industry standards, and codes.
• Manage interfaces between mechanical, electrical, fire safety, and structural requirements.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to refine concept designs.
• Propose initiatives to improve cost, quality, schedule, and design consistency.
• Provide technical support during the BID process.

Conhecimentos

Advanced English

On-site availability

Data Centre experience

Attention to detail

Ferramentas

AutoCAD

Revit

IES

HAP

Trace

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Ready to design and engineer mission-critical systems for a major Data Center project?

CTS Group is a fast-growing and dynamic company, specializing in the design and build of large-scale Data Centers across multiple countries, including Scandinavia, Europe, and the Middle East. We are rapidly expanding into other markets globally. In addition to D&B, we develop and produce digital systems tailored for the Data Center industry and standardized self-contained units.

We’re looking for an Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Mechanical Engineering team in Lisbon/Porto.

What will you be doing?

• Sizing air conditioning, ventilation, pump, pipe, fan, and duct systems
• Developing Thermal Load calculations using tools like IES, HAP, or Trace
• Creating P&ID and PFD diagrams using AutoCAD and Revit
• Selecting specialist equipment including Chillers, Fan Coils, CRAHs, and AHUs
• Producing complete system designs from scratch based on technical requirements and starting points
• Writing comprehensive technical specifications, reports, and documentation
• Checking designs for compliance with project specifications, contracts, industry standards, and local/international codes
• Managing technical interfaces between mechanical systems and electrical, fire safety, structural, and acoustic requirements
• Working alongside other design and engineering professionals to refine concept designs
• Proposing proactive initiatives aimed at improving cost, quality, schedule, and design consistency
• Providing key technical support during the BID process

What are we looking for?

Your Technical And Professional Background

• Experience (multiple levels) in electrical design or related engineering functions
• Junior: Minimum 3 years of experience
• Intermediate: Minimum 5 years of experience
• Senior: Minimum 8 years of experience, including 2+ years of direct experience with Data Centres or comparable mission-critical infrastructure
• Solid background in HVAC design (Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning) for industry, office buildings, clean rooms, or Data Centres Extensive knowledge of cooling technologies, air handling/treatment installations, and supporting mechanical systems (piping, pumps, ducts, fans)
• Familiarity with Data Centre international and local standards (e.g., ASHRAE, Uptime Institute, TIA, EN50600)
• Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, Revit) and calculation software (IES, HAP, Trace)
• Advanced English proficiency — mandatory
• Availability to work on-site

This role requires strong analytical precision and collaborative execution. You’ll fit well into this role if you:

• Possess exceptional attention to detail and hold your work to high-quality standards
• Have excellent teamwork skills and maintain a positive, proactive attitude
• Effectively communicate design standards to both internal and external project partners
• Demonstrate great organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and hit project deadlines
• Understand the broader acoustic, spatial, and structural impact of mechanical systems on building layouts

What we offer

• Competitive salary package aligned with your professional experience
• Health insurance
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Continuous training and learning
• An international, diverse and inclusive environment
• A dynamic and collaborative team focused on innovation and excellence

Location

Lisbon or Porto, Portugal — 100% On-site

Ready to lead what comes next? If you’re a skilled Mechanical Engineer looking for the opportunity to design cutting-edge mechanical systems within an international Data Center environment, we’d like to hear from you. Join CTS Group and help deliver the infrastructure powering the next generation of Data Centers