Senior Mechanical Engineer - Data Center Systems Lead

FairPlay Engineering; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,668,000 - 2,223,000; Full time

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Job summary

FairPlay Engineering seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer for data center projects in Europe, leading design and coordination of complex mechanical systems to ensure reliability and efficiency.

You will own mechanical building services design, including HVAC and data center-specific installations, translating client requirements into practical, scalable solutions and mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Extensive experience as a Mechanical Engineer within complex, mission-critical, or highly technical environments.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems and cooling technologies within data centers or similar industries.
• Understanding of high-availability design principles and the requirements of mission-critical facilities.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering project teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to deliver technically sound solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to take technical ownership and guide engineering teams.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design and engineering of mechanical building systems including HVAC, cooling systems, and data center-specific installations.
• Developing technical concepts and translating client requirements into scalable, energy-efficient engineering solutions.
• Designing and evaluating advanced cooling technologies such as evaporative cooling, liquid cooling, and chiller systems.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure fully integrated project designs.
• Acting as a technical point of contact for clients, suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring junior and mid-level engineers within project teams.
• Supporting tender activities, cost estimates, technical proposals, and project planning.
• Contributing to quality assurance processes during both design and execution phases.

Skills

HVAC systems

Data center cooling

High availability design

Project teamwork

Mentoring

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

FairPlay Engineering seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer for data center projects in Europe, leading design and coordination of complex mechanical systems to ensure reliability and efficiency.

You will own mechanical building services design, including HVAC and data center-specific installations, translating client requirements into practical, scalable solutions and mentoring junior engineers.