Area Project Engineer

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  • Chennai, Tamil Nadu
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 hours ago
Requisition ID: 293664
  • Relocation Authorized: None
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Chennai
Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.Core to Bechtel is our . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our in our .Bechtel’s India offices support the execution of projects and services around the world. Working seamlessly with Bechtel’s global business units, project sites, customers, and suppliers, our teams have delivered more than 125 projects since 1994. With offices in Gurgaon, Vadodara, and Chennai there are exciting career opportunities for candidates who are passionate about delivering projects that make a lasting, meaningful difference for people and communities around the world.Job Summary:In this role, you will lead a team and interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate the engineering technical aspects for large and complex projects. You will participate in project planning, proposal review, and will own the engineering elements of capital estimates. Your technical guidance and recommendations will ensure engineering aspects meet project requirements and remain within scope and budget. You will lead timely issuance of quality deliverables within schedule and budget. Your prior experience of handling data center projects will be essential.Major Responsibilities:
  • The role has overall responsibility for planning, organizing, executing, and coordinating engineering activities in alignment with project requirements, working closely with the Project Engineering Manager. The position owns and manages the engineering budget and is accountable for delivery within approved cost, schedule, and quality targets.
  • The role leads and manages Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), and HVAC engineering designs in compliance with applicable local and international codes, standards, and guidelines. Responsibilities include oversight and review of engineering design and calculations for grading, roadways, drainage, water distribution systems, wastewater collection and treatment systems, electrical systems, power distribution and substations, pumping systems, and fire detection and suppression systems.
  • Strong technical expertise is required in HVAC and mission‑critical systems, including chilled and condenser water systems, pump controls, glycol systems, air handling units (DX, split, RTU, CRAC/CRAH), raised floor environments, hot and cold aisle containment, and Building Management Systems. The role also reviews PUE calculations and implements technical solutions to improve energy efficiency and overall facility performance.
  • The position works closely with internal and external stakeholders, including consultants, engineers, architects, planners, construction managers, and quantity surveyors, to ensure coordinated and constructible designs. Responsibilities include preparation and review of tender and construction drawings and associated engineering documentation.
  • The role leads data center expansion and new build projects, often under tight timelines and with minimal oversight. It supports design coordination with construction teams, including implementation of Design for Safe Construction requirements, and participates in risk workshops to identify and escalate MEP and engineering‑related risks to the Project Director.
  • Additional responsibilities include establishing and managing engineering scope, schedules, and resource plans; forecasting engineering resource requirements; coordinating statutory and company design reviews such as Model Reviews, HAZOP, and LOPA; ensuring compliance with QA procedures; supporting value engineering and TIC reduction initiatives; and participating in technical and commercial reviews of engineering outputs and contract documentation.
Education and Experience Requirements:
  • A recognized bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university with over 20 years of working experience.
  • Certified Data Center Professional with experience of Handling various Tier III and Tier IV rated Data Center projects.
  • Executed at least two projects in Project Engineering role in Data Center Projects.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
  • In depth knowledge of Data Center, M&E infrastructure design concepts, electrical/UPS topologies, cooling methodologies (central plant, room cooling, high density thermal strategies).
  • Extensive knowledge of Civil and MEP engineering practices plans and technical specifications legislations, procedures and practices.
  • Review one-line diagrams and cooling equations for new and existing data centers.
  • Anticipates internal and/or external business challenges and/or regulatory issues.
  • Working knowledge of industry / regulatory standards and design criteria within the engineering disciplines.
  • Ability to develop innovative ideas to reduce project total installed costs (TIC).
  • Ability to present technical design issues to customers and suppliers and the ability to recommend solutions based on knowledge and experience.
  • Proficient execution planning, resource allocation skills
Total Rewards/Benefits:For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more atDiverse teams build the extraordinary:As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to

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