Data Centre Mechanical Engineer - 24/7 Critical Systems

DAMAC Digital

Riyadh

On-site

SAR 134,000 - 268,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

DAMAC Digital is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to operate and monitor critical mechanical systems in a Riyadh data centre. You will manage chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, HVAC, cooling towers and pumps, ensuring 24/7 availability and reliability.

The role requires 5+ years of data centre experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and hands-on HVAC/chilled-water expertise. You will follow SOPs/MOPs/EOPs, coordinate with vendors, and support incident management and RCA.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 5+ years of data centre or critical facilities experience.
  • Hands-on experience with HVAC and chilled-water systems.
  • Knowledge of BMS/DCIM and critical facility operations.
  • Experience with SOPs, MOPs, EOPs, PTW and LOTO.
  • Willingness to work a 24/7 shift.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor mechanical systems to ensure 24/7 availability.
  • Manage operation and maintenance of chillers, CRAH/CRAC, HVAC, pumps.
  • Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance and troubleshoot issues.
  • Monitor BMS/DCIM and respond to alarms.
  • Coordinate with vendors, contractors and internal teams.
  • Support incident management and RCA.
  • Identify opportunities to improve reliability and energy performance.
  • Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and data centre standards.

Skills

HVAC systems
BMS/DCIM
Troubleshooting
Vendor coordination
Preventive maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

DAMAC Digital is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to operate and monitor critical mechanical systems in a Riyadh data centre. You will manage chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, HVAC, cooling towers and pumps, ensuring 24/7 availability and reliability.

The role requires 5+ years of data centre experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and hands-on HVAC/chilled-water expertise. You will follow SOPs/MOPs/EOPs, coordinate with vendors, and support incident management and RCA.

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