Senior Mechanical Engineer Data Centre / AI Infrastructure Sydney

Pearson Carter are currently working with a global leader in sustainable AI infrastructure, developing next-generation data centre solutions designed to improve energy efficiency, scalability, and performance across large-scale AI computing environments.

Due to growth, they are hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support end-to-end design, commissioning, and optimisation of advanced mechanical systems across state‑of‑the‑art AI infrastructure projects.

This role will work across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, partnering with consultants, contractors, and internal engineering teams to deliver high-performance data centre environments.

They offer the prospect to work on globally significant AI infrastructure projects, with strong technical ownership and exposure to cutting‑edge engineering challenges.

Responsibilities:

- Lead mechanical design from concept through to commissioning
- Develop engineering documentation, calculations, and technical standards




- Review consultant designs and contractor workshop drawings
- Support equipment selection, procurement, and construction activities
- Participate in site inspections and commissioning of mechanical systems
- Drive optimisation initiatives and continuous improvement
- Mentor junior engineers and support technical development

Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 8 years mechanical engineering experience
- 5 years Data Centre MEP experience
- Strong knowledge of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and ASHRAE standards
- Experience with mechanical systems design and commissioning
- Strong problem‑solving and stakeholder communication skills
- Experience working in complex, multidisciplinary environments

Location

Perth (with 10–30% travel during project delivery phases)

Applications are welcome from senior mechanical engineers with strong data centre MEP experience looking to work on next‑generation AI infrastructure.

📌 Senior Mechanical Engineer (Western Australia)
🏢 Pearson Carter
📍 Western Australia