Mechanical Engineer

Job Title

Mechanical Engineer

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer – Data Centre Operations

Location: Southland, New Zealand

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to provide technical support and oversight of critical mechanical and liquid-cooling systems within a 24/7 data centre environment.

You will support the safe operation, maintenance, commissioning and reliability of critical cooling infrastructure, working closely with onsite teams and specialist contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support across chillers, pumps, heat exchangers, cooling towers, CDU and liquid-cooling systems.
• Develop and review mechanical MOPs, SOPs, EOPs and maintenance procedures.
• Investigate system performance issues, troubleshoot faults and support root-cause analysis.
• Review preventative maintenance, equipment defects, critical spares and lifecycle risks.
• Coordinate specialist contractors and verify the quality and safety of maintenance work.
• Support commissioning, testing and acceptance of mechanical and cooling systems.
• Review technical drawings, P&IDs, control sequences and engineering documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, capacity and efficiency.

About You

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• 3+ years' mechanical engineering experience in data centres, process cooling, industrial plants or similar critical facilities.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled-water systems, CDU equipment and liquid cooling.
• Experience with commissioning, troubleshooting, live maintenance and contractor management.
• Strong technical analysis, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Must have valid New Zealand working rights.

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, delivering exceptional value for clients, property owners and occupiers. We are driven by our purpose: We make an impact.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with critical infrastructure and specialist cooling technologies.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Career development within a global organisation.
• Relocation allowance available.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”

About Us

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com