Company Description KDC International is a multidisciplinary engineering practice focused on mission-critical infrastructure, with a particular emphasis on data centers. The company connects strategy, design, delivery, and operational thinking across the entire data center lifecycle, ensuring decisions remain clear as they move between teams and project stages. Its services include project planning and feasibility, integrated multidisciplinary design, procurement support, testing and commissioning, construction management, and substation design. KDC International offers specialized expertise in power systems, critical cooling, digital engineering and BIM, standards and compliance, and AI-ready infrastructure planning to help clients scale for future demand while maintaining solid commercial cases.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role based in Jbeil. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the mechanical design of mission-critical data center infrastructure, including HVAC systems, critical cooling solutions, and related mechanical components. Responsibilities include developing detailed mechanical designs and specifications, performing calculations and simulations, and creating CAD models and drawings in alignment with project requirements and industry standards. The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (architecture, electrical, IT, and civil), coordinating with contractors and suppliers, and supporting testing, commissioning, and design reviews. The engineer will also contribute to design optimization, value engineering, compliance with relevant codes and standards, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in Mechanical Engineering, with experience applying engineering principles to mission-critical or building services environments.
- Proficiency in Design Engineering and Machine Design, including developing detailed mechanical layouts, component selection, and system integration.
- Experience in Product Design and mechanical system development for complex infrastructure projects.
- Advanced skills in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools for 2D and 3D modeling, drafting, and documentation.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- Knowledge of relevant mechanical codes, standards, and best practices for data centers or similar facilities.
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, communicate technical information clearly, and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Experience with critical cooling systems, power and utility coordination, and BIM or digital engineering tools is highly beneficial.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety.
