Principal Engineer - Mechanical (Data Centre Specialist)

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare feasibility studies, technical reports, and design narratives to meet project brief requirements in agreed formats and review with the Local GCC Head / Regional Lead.
• Agree and monitor scope of works with the GCC BIM Lead and Regional Mechanical Lead.
• Clearly define project deliverables, timelines, and engineering outputs with stakeholders.
• Carry out detailed mechanical design for Data Centre projects in line with applicable international standards (ASHRAE, TIA-942, Uptime Institute) and local codes.
• Ensure compliance with Construction Design Management (CDM), QA procedures, and internal technical review processes.
• Review and monitor design calculations, including thermal load analysis, cooling calculations, airflow studies, and redundancy strategies, ensuring technical accuracy and sign-off.
• Ensure all project information is completed in a timely manner and maintain clear communication with global teams regarding progress.
• Provide technical documentation (reports, specifications, BOQs, and schedules) to support tender and construction stages.
• Coordinate production of design deliverables (drawings, BIM models, specifications) and review outputs from team members.
• Manage day-to-day queries from global teams, ensuring timely technical support and resolution.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (Architecture, Electrical, Structural) to ensure fully coordinated design solutions.
• Identify and report any deviations between design intent and construction outputs, proposing mitigation solutions.
• Manage design workflows using WSP/global project management tools and systems.
• Lead the design process and encourage the team to deliver cost-effective, energy-efficient, and innovative solutions.
• Follow document control, QA/QC, and information management processes, ensuring all deliverables are properly reviewed and issued.
• Ensure proper archiving and filing of design documentation for future reference and audit purposes. Technical and Project Management
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Data Centre mechanical systems within GCC.
• Implement project delivery frameworks, QA/QC procedures, and performance monitoring systems.
• Promote technical excellence across all projects and mentor the team in best practices.
• Undertake technical reviews and contribute to concept and detailed design stages.
• Provide continuous feedback to the GCC leadership team on process improvements and delivery efficiency.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with regional/global teams.
• Participate in internal and external meetings, coordinating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Identify project and delivery risks and collaborate with commercial and project management teams for mitigation.
• Manage delegated tasks and ensure deadlines are met, escalating any resource or delivery concerns.
• Monitor and support financial aspects such as project effort tracking, budget adherence, and change management.
• Ensure delivery milestones are achieved in line with project schedules.
• Support dispute resolution and technical clarifications when required. Data Centre Specific Responsibilities
• Design and optimize cooling systems including CRAC/CRAH units, chilled water systems, DX systems, and liquid cooling solutions.
• Implement hot aisle/cold aisle containment, airflow management, and thermal optimization strategies.
• Develop redundancy strategies (N, N+1, 2N, 2N+1) aligned with Tier requirements.
• Support Tier certification processes (Tier II/III/IV) including documentation and design validation.
• Conduct energy efficiency studies including PUE optimization and sustainability initiatives.
• Integrate emerging technologies such as high-density cooling and modular data centre solutions. BIM & Digital Delivery
• Lead BIM-based mechanical design and coordination ensuring compliance with BEP and LOD requirements.
• Coordinate with discipline leads to ensure clash-free and federated model delivery.
• Conduct model reviews, audits, and quality checks using tools like Revit and Navisworks.
• Ensure adherence to WSP BIM standards, naming conventions, and workflows.
• Support development of BIM templates, libraries, and automation initiatives. Key Competencies / Skills Mandatory Skills
• Proven experience in Mechanical Building Services design with strong exposure to Data Centre projects.
• Expertise in ASHRAE (especially TC 9.9), TIA-942, and Uptime Institute standards.
• Strong understanding of cooling technologies, thermal management, and energy efficiency.
• Experience in feasibility studies, concept design, and detailed engineering delivery.
• Strong knowledge of international codes (IBC, NFPA, ASHRAE, etc.).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in engineering software such as IES, HAP, Hevacomp, and BIM tools (Revit, Navisworks). Desirable Skills
• Experience working in a GCC / offshore delivery model.
• Familiarity with sustainability frameworks and green building standards.
• Knowledge of automation, scripting, or digital engineering tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree / Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 12–18+ years of relevant experience
• Minimum 5–8 years in Data Centre / Mission Critical projects

Other Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to align with global project timelines and standards. BGV:
• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.
• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.

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