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Lead Mechanical Engineer - Data Centres

WSP Melbourne, Victoria Hybrid senior full-time

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Description

This role is ideal for an experienced Mechanical Engineer ready to step into a Lead role, with a strong focus on data centres and mission‑critical facilities.

You’ll be part of a high-performing, collaborative team, working across major projects locally and nationally. You will lead mechanical design from concept through to delivery, ensuring solutions are efficient, resilient, and future-ready.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services (HVAC) for data centres and other complex facilities
  • Take ownership of technical quality, coordination, and documentation across projects
  • Develop solutions that support high availability, redundancy, and energy efficiency in mission‑critical environments
  • Work directly with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to drive successful outcomes
  • Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers
  • Contribute to project planning, risk management, and commercial outcomes
  • Support the growth of WSP’s data centre capability in WA and nationally

Requirements

  • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
  • 8+ years’ experience in building services consulting
  • Strong technical expertise in HVAC systems and mechanical services design
  • Experience delivering complex or large-scale projects (data centre or mission‑critical experience highly regarded)
  • Confident leading design packages and engaging with stakeholders
  • Chartered / CPEng (or working towards) highly regarded
  • Strong communication skills with a collaborative and proactive approach

Benefits

  • Work at the forefront of the rapidly expanding data centre sector, delivering critical digital infrastructure
  • Be part of high-profile, technically challenging projects across WA and nationally
  • Strong leadership support and a collaborative, inclusive team culture
  • Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options
  • Clear progression pathways from Lead to Associate and beyond
  • Access to WSP’s global network and multidisciplinary expertise

Skills

Required

Nice to have

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