Senior Lead Mechanical Engineer – Data Centre

Are you a senior mechanical engineer looking to take full ownership of engineering and commissioning delivery on large-scale projects in Italy, with a long-term pipeline of work secured for the next 5 years?

This is a senior leadership role suited to an experienced mechanical engineer who can manage design, procurement, commissioning and technical delivery while mentoring site-based engineering teams on complex data centre and industrial projects.

For those eager to learn more about this exciting opportunity, please do not hesitate to reach out to Stephen at stephen@breaghrecruitment.com / 015314345

Senior Lead Mechanical Engineer Skills:

• Extensive experience in mechanical building services engineering within data centre, pharmaceutical or large-scale industrial environments
• Proven ability to lead mechanical engineering and commissioning delivery on complex projects
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, pipework, plant, utilities, controls and instrumentation
• Experience managing design coordination, BIM reviews, P&IDs, schematics and technical submittals
• Commercial awareness with an understanding of scope control, procurement strategy, variations and cost impacts
• Strong leadership capability with experience mentoring engineers and managing technical teams
• Highly organised with a structured, process-driven approach to engineering delivery
• Excellent communication skills, confident liaising with clients, consultants, vendors and internal stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving ability with a practical, delivery-focused mindset

As a Senior Lead Mechanical Engineer:

• Lead and coordinate all mechanical engineering and commissioning activities across the project lifecycle
• Take ownership of design management, ensuring compliance with specifications, standards and programme requirements
• Oversee procurement technical reviews, long-lead equipment selection and subcontractor scope definition
• Manage quality processes including ITPs, CTQ matrices, FATs, system walkdowns, test packs and snag closeout
• Plan and manage commissioning activities including flushing, balancing, pressure testing and functional testing
• Review BIM models and coordinated drawings to ensure alignment with P&IDs, schematics and design intent
• Identify technical risks, value engineering opportunities and design improvements
• Provide technical input into project planning, procurement sequencing and delivery strategies
• Liaise closely with commercial teams to manage scope changes, variations and cost impacts
• Mentor and support junior engineers and contribute to CPD and technical development initiatives

The Package:

Salary will be DOE, but you can expect a salary in the region of at least €90,000 plus package.

Interviews are taking place imminently, so if you are interested in this role, forward an up-to-date CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call 00353 (0)1 531 4345 for a confidential discussion.

The Breagh Team:

Breagh Recruitment are the go-to specialist construction and engineering recruitment consultants, providing qualified and experienced professionals with construction jobs across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe. We value flexibility, hard work and a practical approach to delivering complex projects safely, on time and to the highest standard.

Key roles we recruit for include Senior Mechanical Engineers, Engineering Managers, M&E Project Managers, Commissioning Leads, Building Services Engineers and Technical Directors across Europe.

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