EU Mechanical Lead, Data Center Design & Commissioning

SimplyHired; United States; Remote; USD 102,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Datacenter People is partnering with a European specialist data centre operator to design and deliver advanced mechanical systems for multiple data centres across France, Italy, Spain, Poland and Luxembourg. The role focuses on thermal management, energy efficiency and seamless integration with electrical and IT systems.

The candidate will lead design and commissioning activities, driving best practices, sustainability and performance metrics across projects, while engaging with vendors,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• 7+ years' experience in data centre design and construction or equivalent
• PE license or equivalent
• LEED AP certification or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of mechanical systems for data centres.
• Analyse cooling and air handling requirements to optimise efficiency and energy consumption.
• Select and specify mechanical equipment based on best practices and project requirements.
• Collaborate with electrical and IT teams to integrate mechanical systems with other infrastructures.
• Oversee commissioning for new and upgraded mechanical systems, ensuring timelines and budgets.
• Develop commissioning plans following industry standards and best practices.
• Lead implementation of new technologies to enhance reliability and sustainability.
• Analyse data and performance metrics to identify optimisation opportunities.

Skills

Data centre design

Mechanical systems

Project management

Commissioning

HVAC

Thermal management

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

LEED AP certification

Tools

DCIM software

Job description

Datacenter People is partnering with a European specialist data centre operator to design and deliver advanced mechanical systems for multiple data centres across France, Italy, Spain, Poland and Luxembourg. The role focuses on thermal management, energy efficiency and seamless integration with electrical and IT systems.

The candidate will lead design and commissioning activities, driving best practices, sustainability and performance metrics across projects, while engaging with vendors,