Technical MEP Lead – Datacenters

Job description

Technical MEP Lead - Critical Infrastructure

Location: Seoul, South Korea
Industry: Data Centers / Critical Infrastructure

About the Opportunity

Our client is a global data center developer and operator seeking an experienced technical professional to support the delivery of critical infrastructure projects in South Korea.
The position focuses on engineering coordination, technical infrastructure improvements, and the execution of mechanical and electrical works within a high-performance operational environment.
The successful candidate will collaborate with internal engineering teams, specialist contractors, and external service providers to support project execution while maintaining the reliability and performance of essential infrastructure systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate mechanical and electrical infrastructure projects, supporting activities from initial technical planning through implementation and completion.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, contractors, and equipment suppliers to facilitate infrastructure upgrades, installations, and technical modifications.
• Assess engineering requirements and support the development of practical solutions involving power distribution, cooling systems, and supporting facility infrastructure.
• Oversee project coordination activities, including scheduling, procurement support, contractor deliverables, budget tracking, and progress reporting.
• Review engineering specifications, technical documentation, and project drawings to ensure alignment with operational and project requirements.
• Work closely with facility operations teams to coordinate engineering activities, minimize operational disruption, and support the integration of completed works.
• Contribute to project risk management, technical compliance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• Minimum 4-6 years of relevant experience in engineering, technical project delivery, or critical infrastructure environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical infrastructure, including power distribution, backup power systems, cooling equipment, and associated building services.
• Experience coordinating engineering works, facility modifications, infrastructure installations, or technical improvement projects.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams, external contractors, consultants, and equipment vendors.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, technical specifications, procurement activities, and project documentation.
• Working knowledge of project scheduling, cost monitoring, and contractor coordination.
• Experience in data centers, mission-critical facilities, semiconductor facilities, or other technically demanding environments would be advantageous.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant project management tools.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or Revit would be advantageous.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in Korean and English.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are particularly interested in technically capable professionals with hands-on experience in mechanical and electrical infrastructure projects.
Suitable candidates may come from data center engineering, mechanical project delivery, critical facilities, or other high-reliability industrial environments.
The ideal individual will possess a combination of practical engineering knowledge, project coordination capabilities, and experience working with contractors and internal technical stakeholders.
This opportunity would suit an experienced technical professional who enjoys working across engineering disciplines and contributing to infrastructure development and operational improvement projects.

Application

Interested candidates are invited to submit an updated English CV for a confidential discussion.
Further information regarding the organization, project scope, and employment arrangements will be shared with shortlisted candidates.