<h2>The Team</h2>We are a global, independent, multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering sustainable engineering and design solutions across the built environment. With over 1,200 engineers and designers across 29 locations, we apply our expertise to local market conditions to deliver resilient, low-carbon engineering solutions. We are 100% partner-owned and are proud to have been named Building Magazine’s Engineering Consultant of the Year in 2024, 2022, and 2021.Our data centre team has been leading mission-critical design since 2006, delivering over 2,000MW of capacity globally. With a reputation for engineering excellence and sustainability, we’ve partnered with some of the world’s most high-profile clients to create energy-efficient, low-emission data centres that set new standards for resilience and innovation. Recognised as Data Centre Consultancy of the Year in 2025, our team continues to push boundaries in design and delivery.In Australia, our specialist data centre team has been growing steadily across our Sydney and Melbourne offices, forming a key part of our wider APAC and global network. Working collaboratively with our integrated architectural and localisation partners, we offer an engineering-led approach that supports clients within their global frameworks. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that’s shaping the future of data centre design in Australia and beyond. <h2>The Role</h2>We’re looking for an experienced and client-focused Senior Engineer with mechanical design experience to join our data centre team.You will have excellent mechanical design and consulting experience, ideally from a highly technical background. Your previous project experience will demonstrate an ability to transition into our data centre sector. You do not need previous data centre experience to apply. Our data centre specialist designers will mentor you as you enter our internal DC101 programme. This will give all new joiners the skills, context, and mentors to successfully transition into the sector and grow your career in this exciting industry.You’ll play a hands-on role in some of the most high-profile data centre projects in the world. As part of our collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, you will drive the delivery of regional and global data centre projects. As part of the role, you’ll be engaging directly with clients, shaping technical strategies, as well as reviewing and developing designs for our projects. You’ll be trusted to take ownership of your work while being supported by a team of experienced engineers.Responsibilities• Deliver accurate mechanical design solutions including HVAC air-conditioning, chilled water, ventilation, equipment selections, public health, and building management services systems. • Prepare technical specifications, schedules, calculations, project reports, and supporting documentation. • Conduct site inspections and surveys to inform and validate design development. • Coordinate detailed designs with other disciplines and project stakeholders. • Lead and support junior engineers and BIM technicians in design delivery and professional development. • Contribute to internal and external project meetings, providing electrical expertise. • Support project teams in the delivery of high-quality mechanical design packages. • Work with colleagues across regional and international offices on multi-disciplinary projects. • Use your initiative to proactively resolve design and project challenges. <h2>The Skills</h2>We’re looking for a qualified engineer educated to a degree level in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related technical discipline. You may be Chartered or working towards it, either way, we’ll support your career path.You will have gained experience in a consulting engineering role and looking to take this to a new challenge. We value people who bring initiative, problem-solving, and a collaborative mindset to their work.You don’t need previous data centre experience. Our DC101 programme has been designed to provide in-depth technical training alongside your projects to ensure new joiners can succeed in the industry. This programme has led to multiple award wins and nominations for talent development across the data centre sector.In your most recent position, you have consistently demonstrated your ability to manage small to medium-scale projects and small teams of engineers to deliver to, and exceed, client expectations.Our established critical systems team has a wealth of experience, as well as an excellent project pipeline.  This is a great place to develop your skills and gain experience within a supportive team atmosphere. Job DescriptionYour career at Cundall - Critical systems - Publications - CundallWe know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That’s why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.#LI-RR1

We are a global, multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering sustainable engineering and design solutions across the built environment. We have 26 offices with 1000 consulting engineers and designers who are empowered to act with flexibility and agility in response to the local market conditions and practices. We hold true to the values that have always underpinned our success at Cundall, and we have a clear vision for the future development of the business. We will be:​ ​Agents of change for a sustainable world The best place for talent to grow and flourish Construction industry thought-leaders Everyone's favourite consultants

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Critical Systems)

<h2>The Team</h2>We are a global, independent, multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering sustainable engineering and design solutions across the built environment. With over 1,200 engineers and designers across 29 locations, we apply our expertise to local market conditions to deliver resilient, low-carbon engineering solutions. We are 100% partner-owned and are proud to have been named Building Magazine’s Engineering Consultant of the Year in 2024, 2022, and 2021.Our data centre team has been leading mission-critical design since 2006, delivering over 2,000MW of capacity globally. With a reputation for engineering excellence and sustainability, we’ve partnered with some of the world’s most high-profile clients to create energy-efficient, low-emission data centres that set new standards for resilience and innovation. Recognised as Data Centre Consultancy of the Year in 2025, our team continues to push boundaries in design and delivery.In Australia, our specialist data centre team has been growing steadily across our Sydney and Melbourne offices, forming a key part of our wider APAC and global network. Working collaboratively with our integrated architectural and localisation partners, we offer an engineering-led approach that supports clients within their global frameworks. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that’s shaping the future of data centre design in Australia and beyond.&nbsp;<h2>The Role</h2>We’re looking for an experienced and client-focused Senior Engineer with mechanical design experience to join our data centre team.You will have excellent mechanical design and consulting experience, ideally from a highly technical background. Your previous project experience will demonstrate an ability to transition into our data centre sector. You do not need previous data centre experience to apply. Our data centre specialist designers will mentor you as you enter our internal DC101 programme. This will give all new joiners the skills, context, and mentors to successfully transition into the sector and grow your career in this exciting industry.You’ll play a hands-on role in some of the most high-profile data centre projects in the world. As part of our collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, you will drive the delivery of regional and global data centre projects. As part of the role, you’ll be engaging directly with clients, shaping technical strategies, as well as reviewing and developing designs for our projects. You’ll be trusted to take ownership of your work while being supported by a team of experienced engineers.Responsibilities• Deliver accurate mechanical design solutions including HVAC air-conditioning, chilled water, ventilation, equipment selections, public health, and building management services systems. • Prepare technical specifications, schedules, calculations, project reports, and supporting documentation. • Conduct site inspections and surveys to inform and validate design development. • Coordinate detailed designs with other disciplines and project stakeholders. • Lead and support junior engineers and BIM technicians in design delivery and professional development. • Contribute to internal and external project meetings, providing electrical expertise. • Support project teams in the delivery of high-quality mechanical design packages. • Work with colleagues across regional and international offices on multi-disciplinary projects. • Use your initiative to proactively resolve design and project challenges.&nbsp;<h2>The Skills</h2>We’re looking for a qualified engineer educated to a degree level in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related technical discipline. You may be Chartered or working towards it, either way, we’ll support your career path.You will have gained experience in a consulting engineering role and looking to take this to a new challenge. We value people who bring initiative, problem-solving, and a collaborative mindset to their work.You don’t need previous data centre experience. Our DC101 programme has been designed to provide in-depth technical training alongside your projects to ensure new joiners can succeed in the industry. This programme has led to multiple award wins and nominations for talent development across the data centre sector.In your most recent position, you have consistently demonstrated your ability to manage small to medium-scale projects and small teams of engineers to deliver to, and exceed, client expectations.Our established critical systems team has a wealth of experience, as well as an excellent project pipeline.  This is a great place to develop your skills and gain experience within a supportive team atmosphere.&nbsp;Job DescriptionYour career at Cundall - Critical systems - Publications - CundallWe know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That’s why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.#LI-RR1

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Critical Systems)

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