HVAC Project Engineer - Data Centre

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Job Summary

The Project Engineer – Data Centre Cooling / HVAC / Chiller Systems is responsible for supporting the execution and delivery of mission-critical cooling infrastructure projects in data centres. The role focuses on engineering coordination, site execution, technical review, installation supervision, testing, commissioning support, and documentation for HVAC, chiller, and cooling system projects. The position works closely with project managers, design teams, vendors, contractors, and customers to ensure safe, timely, and quality delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Support execution of data centre cooling, HVAC, and chiller projects from engineering review through commissioning and handover.
• Review mechanical and HVAC drawings, P&IDs, layouts, BOQs, technical submittals, and vendor documents.
• Coordinate site activities related to chillers, CRAH/CRAC/CDU/FAN WALL units, chilled water piping, pumps, valves, AHUs, heat exchangers, controls, and associated auxiliaries.
• Monitor installation progress and ensure work is executed as per approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project schedules.
• Assist in planning and coordinating material delivery, equipment installation, site readiness, and contractor activities.
• Supervise mechanical/HVAC works at site and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and project standards.
• Support testing activities such as pressure testing, flushing, leak testing, balancing, and pre-commissioning checks.
• Coordinate commissioning activities for chillers, pumps, cooling equipment, control systems, and integrated HVAC systems.
• Work with BMS/controls teams to ensure proper integration, point checks, alarms, trends, and sequence validation.
• Identify technical issues, installation gaps, and site constraints, and escalate them with recommended solutions.
• Maintain daily/weekly site progress records, engineering trackers, snag lists, and issue logs.
• Support preparation of as-built drawings, O&M manuals, commissioning records, and final handover documentation.
• Coordinate with procurement, vendors, OEMs, contractors, consultants, and operations teams for timely issue resolution.
• Ensure execution in live or critical data centre environments is carefully controlled to minimize operational risk.

Key Deliverables

• Engineering and site progress reports
• Material and equipment tracking logs
• Technical submittal review comments
• Installation quality checklists
• Testing and commissioning records
• Snag/punch list tracker
• As-built documentation
• O&M manual inputs
• Handover dossiers and closure documents

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Additional training or certifications in HVAC, chiller systems, commissioning, or project execution are preferred.
• Safety certifications or EHS training will be an advantage.

Experience

• Typically 3–8 years of experience in HVAC/mechanical project execution.
• Relevant experience in data centre projects, mission-critical facilities, commercial HVAC plants, or industrial cooling systems is preferred.
• Hands-on exposure to chiller systems, chilled water piping, precision cooling, and site coordination is desirable.
• Experience working in live facilities, retrofit projects, or fast-track MEP projects is an advantage.

Technical Knowledge

• Chillers and central cooling plants
• HVAC systems and precision cooling applications
• CRAH/CRAC /CDU /SFN systems
• Chilled water and condenser water piping systems
• Pumps, valves, strainers, and heat exchangers
• Airside and waterside balancing
• BMS/controls interface for HVAC systems
• Mechanical installation standards and QA/QC practices
• Testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning procedures
• Basic understanding of redundancy and reliability requirements in mission-critical environments

Required Skills

• Site execution and supervision
• Technical drawing and document review
• Coordination with vendors and contractors
• Progress tracking and reporting
• Problem identification and resolution
• Quality and safety compliance
• Communication and teamwork
• Time management and prioritization
• Basic planning and scheduling awareness
• Documentation and record keeping

Preferred Competencies

• Strong attention to detail
• Practical troubleshooting ability
• Ability to work in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments
• Willingness to work at project sites and coordinate across teams
• Proactive approach to site issues and follow-up
• Strong learning mindset for mission-critical cooling applications

Working Relationships

• Project Manager
• Mechanical/HVAC Engineering Team
• Site Execution Team
• Commissioning Team
• BMS/Controls Team
• Electrical and MEP Teams
• OEMs and Equipment Vendors
• Contractors and Subcontractors
• Procurement, Quality, and EHS Teams
• Customer and Consultant Representatives

Typical KPIs

• Timely completion of assigned engineering and site activities
• Installation quality and compliance
• Snag closure performance
• Commissioning readiness
• Documentation accuracy and completeness
• Safety compliance at site
• Material coordination effectiveness
• Issue resolution turnaround time

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.