Mechanical Design Engineer - Data Center

Senior/ Officer Mechanical Engineer – Data Centres

Location: Thane (Mumbai), India

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: Data Centres, Life Sciences & High Tech

Salary: As per company norms

About Deerns Spectrum Pvt. Ltd.

Deerns Spectrum Private Limited is a joint venture between Deerns Groep B.V. (Netherlands) and Spectrum PharmaTECH Consultants Pvt. Ltd. (India). As part of the global Deerns Group, we provide high-end Mechanical, Electrical & Piping (MEP) advisory, design, and engineering solutions for mission-critical facilities such as data centres, hospitals, laboratories, clean rooms, and high-tech industrial environments.

With 96+ years of global expertise, 700+ employees, and 17 offices across 10 countries, Deerns brings deep technical knowledge and strong local presence across India, South Asia, and East Africa.

We are currently experiencing rapid growth and are looking for a strong Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our expanding Mumbai office.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with significant experience in Data Centres, Telecom Facilities, and Mission-Critical Projects. The ideal candidate should be technically strong, innovative, and capable of leading projects with minimal supervision. This role offers exposure to international projects, advanced cooling/HVAC systems, and opportunities for career growth and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in Client, Design, Contractor, and Professional Team meetings.

• Develop concept and detailed mechanical designs, including HVAC systems, cooling solutions, and controls.

• Prepare schematics, mechanical calculations, technical specifications, reports, and equipment schedules as per industry and regulatory standards.

• Coordinate mechanical design with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Maintain commercial and project awareness, monitoring hours against agreed fees.

• Approve design variations and allocate hours efficiently.

• Mentor and guide Trainees, Graduates, and Engineers; ensure accuracy and quality of their work.

• Review contractor submissions, shop drawings, samples, and documentation.

• Conduct site inspections, QA/QC checks, and validation of contractor installations.

• Support testing, commissioning, and witness testing activities onsite.

• Ensure all work meets client expectations and complies with local codes, IS/ISO standards, and international guidelines.

• Travel to project sites within India and abroad as required.

• Take technical lead on assigned projects with minimal management input.

• Promote sustainable, energy-efficient mechanical engineering solutions.