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Lead Mechanical Engineer - Data Centres

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Job Description

The Opportunity

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.

What You’ll Do

• 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

About You

• 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

Why WSP

• 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

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join a global network of 83,000+ professionals working to deliver sustainable solutions and power the infrastructure of tomorrow.

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Job Info

• Job Identification89193
• Posting Date06/21/2026, 07:58 PM

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