Senior Mechanical Engineer

Overview

JDL Recruitment is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer – Development for a leading global data center developer. The role leads the design, coordination, and delivery of mechanical systems across large-scale hyperscale developments in Europe, ensuring high performance, efficiency, and reliability throughout the full project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for HVAC, chilled water systems, cooling towers, AHUs, and fire suppression.
• Review engineering specifications, calculations, BIM models, and CFD analysis.
• Optimise thermal performance, airflow, and system redundancy for high-density workloads.
• Manage mechanical scopes from early development through construction and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with EU codes, ASHRAE standards, ISO requirements, and sustainability targets.
• Collaborate with electrical, structural, and tenant engineering teams to integrate mechanical solutions.
• Oversee contractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure quality and on-time delivery.
• Integrate innovative technologies such as liquid cooling, modular solutions, and smart monitoring.

Requirements

• 8+ years’ experience in mechanical engineering for data centers or mission-critical / industrial facilities.
• Expertise in HVAC, cooling infrastructure, fire suppression, thermodynamics, and mechanical modelling.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit / BIM, CFD tools (ANSYS / OpenFOAM), and energy modelling software.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE, EN, ISO standards, and European building regulations.
• Strong project management, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Bachelor’s / Master’s in Mechanical Engineering; relevant certifications (LEED, ASHRAE, CIBSE) preferred.