Mechanical Operations Engineer - Data Center

About DAMAC Digital

DAMAC Digital is building the backbone of the AI-driven economy. We design, build and operate AI-ready, hyperscale data centre infrastructure for hyperscalers, cloud providers and enterprises backed by DAMAC Group's real estate and infrastructure expertise.

Our teams span engineering, operations, technology, compliance and customer engagement, bringing decades of combined experience to some of the fastest-growing infrastructure projects in the region.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the installation of mechanical systems , including heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and cooling systems tailored for data center environments.
• Conduct thermal load calculations and system sizing to ensure optimal performance and reliability of mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with project managers, electrical engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure mechanical designs meet project specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and troubleshoot mechanical systems during construction and operational phases, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including design drawings, specifications, and operation manuals for mechanical systems.
• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of mechanical systems to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, facilities, operations, maintenance or critical infrastructure environments.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience working in data center, mission-critical facilities, industrial facilities or other high-availability environments is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC and critical cooling systems, including chillers, cooling towers, pumps, CRAH/CRAC units and chilled water systems.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting and equipment performance monitoring.
• Understanding of BMS/controls and the interaction between mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, safety requirements and local regulations.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, particularly in time-critical operational situations.
• Experience coordinating contractors, vendors and multiple stakeholders.

What you can expect

• Ownership of critical mechanical systems and operations across large-scale data centre facilities, from commissioning through to day-to-day operations.
• Hands-on exposure to chilled water systems, chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, cooling towers, pumps, BMS and other critical cooling infrastructure.
• A front-row seat in one of the fastest-growing corners of the data centre industry, working across DAMAC Digital’s hyperscale and AI-ready project portfolio.
• The opportunity to work in a mission-critical environment where reliability, efficiency and uptime are paramount.
• Visa sponsorship and relocation support provided for eligible candidates.

Apply now

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of mechanical operations within mission-critical data center infrastructure, ensuring systems remain safe, reliable and efficient around the clock.

If you're interested in exploring this opportunity, apply now or get in touch to find out more.