Monroe Consulting Group is currently hiring on behalf of our client, an international data center company looking to onboard a Mechanical Engineer Lead with expertise in mechanical engineer design for data center building. This job is based in Jakarta, Indonesia, and requires high mobility.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the conceptual design of new sites and collaborate with internal and external teams to optimize existing facilities.
- Prepare preliminary technical specifications, coordinate with commercial teams to develop initial budgets, and compile prospectus documents for sales support.
- Provide input on site selection, conduct technical due diligence, and advise on local permitting processes.
- Appoint, brief, and oversee external consultants through all design stages-from TDD, concept, and master planning to construction documentation.
- Ensure all designs meet project briefs, business objectives, technical specifications, and local statutory requirements.
- Guide contractors to maintain high construction quality standards.
- Assist project managers during the construction phase with required technical information.
- Coordinate with commissioning agents, contractors, and operations teams to execute startup and commissioning, including Integrated System Testing (IST).
- Review commissioning scripts, address critical punch-list items, and oversee QA/QC closure activities.
- Develop and maintain design standards, prototypes, and template specifications for site design.
- Capture lessons learned and integrate feedback into new projects to enhance design standards.
- Review consultant design documentation, perform independent technical and cost assessments, and participate in consultant/vendor shortlisting and evaluations.
- Maintain strategic vendor relationships for long-term collaboration.
- Support sales teams with technical input for customer inquiries.
- Liaise with clients, government authorities, and relevant third parties to secure design approvals.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' experience in mechanical engineering within the construction industry, with at least 3 years in data center design.
- In-depth knowledge of MVAC, fire detection/suppression, plumbing, drainage, and fuel systems.
- Proven local project experience in Indonesia/Jakarta with strong familiarity with local standards, regulations, and Uptime Tier requirements.
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
- Basic understanding of electrical, controls, and CSA disciplines.
- Strong communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
- Demonstrated stakeholder management and project leadership skills.
- Experience working with international design consultants and solid networks within the local DC ecosystem.
- Uptime Accredited Tier Designer certification or previous TCCF project experience.
- Familiarity with the latest data center design trends and industry developments.
- Experience in construction project management.
- English is a must
