Deerns

Technology

LeadMechanicalDesignEngineer-DataCenter

₹25–40L ~AI est. Mumbai, Mahārāshtra, India FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - Data Center at Deerns. Skills: Data centre design, Mechanical engineering, Cooling systems, Project leadership. Lead mechanical design. Lead execution of data centre projects”

Industry & Context.

Technology
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Analytical skills; Decision-making skills

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, 15+ years of experience in mechanical design, 10+ years in data centre projects, Handled full-cycle Indian data centre project, Knowledge of HVAC, Knowledge of critical cooling, Knowledge of fire protection, Knowledge of mission-critical mechanical systems, Expertise in ASHRAE, Expertise in ISHRAE, Expertise in ISO, Proficiency in CFD analysis, Proficiency in thermal modelling, Proficiency in energy simulation tools, Hands-on experience with AutoCAD, Hands-on experience with Revit MEP, Hands-on experience with Navisworks, Hands-on experience with ACC, Familiarity with SCADAMS

Nice to Have

Master's degree preferred

What You'll Do.

Lead mechanical design

Lead execution of data centre projects

Ensure timely project delivery

Ensure high-quality project delivery

Ensure cost-effective project delivery

Develop concept designs for HVAC

Develop concept designs for cooling

Develop concept designs for fire protection

Develop concept designs for plumbing

Develop concept designs for ventilation

Develop detailed designs for HVAC

Develop detailed designs for cooling

Develop detailed designs for fire protection

Develop detailed designs for plumbing

Develop detailed designs for ventilation

Optimize critical cooling systems

Ensure compliance with standards

Collaborate with architectural teams

Collaborate with structural teams

Collaborate with electrical teams

Collaborate with ICT teams

Design high-density cooling solutions

Develop air cooling strategies

Develop liquid cooling strategies

Conduct thermal load calculations

Conduct airflow optimization

Review Basis of Design

Approve Basis of Design

Review technical specifications

Approve technical specifications

Review compliance reports

Approve compliance reports

Guide equipment selection

Drive sustainability initiatives

Engage with consultants

Engage with project teams

Represent Deerns in technical meetings

Represent Deerns in design reviews

Represent Deerns in client workshops

Mentor junior engineers

Develop junior engineers

Identify business opportunities

Support growth strategies

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Multidisciplinary teams

Communication Scope

Client engagement; Technical meetings; Design reviews; Client workshops

Process & Methodology

Project delivery, Design execution

Full Job Description

Lead Mechanical Engineer – Data Centres Location: Mumbai, India (office in Thane West) Job Status: Permanent Sector: Data Centres Salary: Competitive and negotiable Job Title: Lead Mechanical Engineer About Deerns Deerns is a multinational consultancy, design, and engineering firm specializing in high-end MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) advisory, design, and engineering for mission-critical and high-tech facilities. With a legacy of 97+ years, we deliver world-class solutions for data centers, healthcare, life sciences, microelectronics, and airports. With 750 experts across 17 offices in 10 countries, Deerns provides services from strategic consulting, master planning, and specialist engineering to sustainability consulting and digital roadmaps. We are driven by our core values: entrepreneurship, design reputation, integrity, cooperation, and competence. Deerns Spectrum Private Limited is our joint venture in India with Spectrum PharmaTECH Consultants, expanding our expertise across India, South Asia, and East Africa. We are in an exciting phase of growth and are looking for skilled professionals to join our team. Key Responsibilities: · Lead mechanical design and execution of large-scale data centre projects in India & globally. · Ensure timely, high-quality, and cost-effective project delivery. · Develop concept and detailed designs for HVAC, cooling, fire protection, plumbing, and ventilation. · Optimize critical cooling systems for energy efficiency, redundancy, and sustainability. · Ensure compliance with Indian and international (ASHRAE, ISO, etc) standards. · Collaborate with architectural, structural, electrical, and ICT teams for seamless project integration. · Design high-density cooling solutions for hyperscale & colocation data centres. · Develop air & liquid cooling strategies (DX, CRAC/CRAH, chiller plants, liquid immersion, evaporative cooling). · Conduct thermal load calculations, CFD analysis, and airflow optimization. · Review and approve

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