Portugal
Mechanical Engineer
Salary negotiable
Mechanical Engineer opportunity with a Tier-1 contractor on major data centre projects in Portugal. Join a specialist mechanical team delivering complex HVAC and building services installations for hyperscale clients across Europe.
Key Highlights
- Lead HVAC technical delivery from design coordination through final commissioning on a hyperscale data centre project
- Manage full project lifecycle including commercial validation, procurement, and specialist subcontractor coordination
- Join a collaborative team delivering turnkey data centre projects across Europe with clear career progression
- Benefit from rotational roster options supporting work-life balance on international assignments
Mechanical Engineer — Role Overview
This site-based Mechanical Engineer position drives technical delivery from tender through to commissioning. You will coordinate design, procurement, and installation of mechanical systems while managing commercial performance and client relationships on a flagship data centre development.
Mechanical Engineer — Responsibilities
- Oversee technical project delivery including tender documentation review, plant and material selection, and submittals management
- Coordinate services integration with contractors to ensure clash-free installation
- Prepare method statements and risk assessments for all construction activities
- Complete HVAC deliverables within strict project and safety criteria
- Sequence pipework installation with the project team to meet programme milestones
- Validate project commercially from estimating handover through full technical procurement of equipment and specialist subcontractors
- Manage installation works to consistent high standards, driving programme through to final commissioning and handover
- Document and cost changes to work scopes, prepare monthly valuations and final account
- Maintain direct client communications and design management throughout project lifecycle
Mechanical Engineer — Ideal Candidate
Essential:
- Previous experience in a Mechanical Engineer role within a mechanical and electrical contracting environment
- Proven design management experience on building services projects
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline
- Excellent organisation, communication, and time management skills
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project
Desirable:
- Data centre or critical environment project experience
- HVAC systems specialisation
- Commercial project management exposure
Rewards & Package
This Tier-1 contractor offers market-leading rates reflecting the technical demands and international nature of the assignment. The package includes rotational roster options to support work-life balance during your time in Portugal, with comprehensive support for international assignees including accommodation assistance and travel arrangements where applicable.
Core benefits include private healthcare, pension provision, and structured training to advance your data centre engineering expertise. Career development is actively supported within a collaborative team environment delivering Europe's most complex critical infrastructure projects.
Full package details discussed at interview stage.
About the Company
A market-leading EPC contractor specialising in turnkey data centre delivery across Europe, with established expertise in critical infrastructure and hyperscale developments.
The Project
Hyperscale data centre development in the Greater Lisbon region, delivering mission-critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure for a major technology client.
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Mechanical Engineer Role
What does a Mechanical Engineer do in data centre construction?
A Mechanical Engineer in data centre construction is responsible for delivering specialist work on Tier III and Tier IV facilities. Day-to-day tasks vary by project phase but typically involve coordination with MEP teams, quality assurance, and ensuring build standards meet client specifications.
How do I apply for this Mechanical Engineer position?
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