Location
dubai, dubai emirate, United-Arab-Emirates
Posted
July 24, 2026
Job Description
Principal Engineer Mechanical – Data Center – Dubai
Cooling is the defining engineering challenge of the AI era. Rack power densities that were theoretical five years ago are now standard in every sovereign AI and hyperscale project launching in the UAE. Ramboll is building its MENA data centre practice from the ground up with 450+ dedicated data centre MEP engineers globally. The Principal Mechanical Engineer will be the cooling authority at the heart of the regional team, working on mission‑critical data center projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Engagement & Technical Leadership
- Act as the primary cooling and mechanical technical contact for clients – leading design reviews, strategy presentations, and bid discussions with senior engineering teams
- Directly engage with client‑side SMEs, global stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams
- Lead technical discussions on design intent, risks, and trade‑offs