Associate Director - Mechanical (Data centres)
Location: Milan, Hybrid Working
As an Associate Director with a Mechanical Engineering background within our Milan office, you’ll have the opportunity to lead the development of some of the most advanced data centres and mission-critical facilities being delivered across Europe and beyond.
This is a role where your expertise will directly influence high-profile projects for global hyperscale, colocation, and technology clients. You’ll work on facilities that demand exceptional levels of resilience, efficiency, and performance. This includes designing mechanical systems that support 24⁄7 operations where downtime simply isn’t an option. From innovative cooling strategies and sustainable design solutions to complex HVAC and critical infrastructure systems, you’ll be involved throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept and technical design through to construction support and commissioning.
You’ll collaborate with industry-leading engineers, engage directly with clients, mentor developing talent,



and help shape engineering solutions that support cloud computing, artificial intelligence, financial services, telecommunications, and other critical digital services relied upon by millions of people every day.
Whether your ambition is to become a recognised technical specialist, lead major project teams, or progress towards senior leadership, this role offers the scale, complexity, and visibility needed to accelerate your professional growth.
What’s In It For You
Work on Industry-Leading Data Centre Projects – Gain exposure to some of the largest and most technically challenging mission-critical developments in Europe, delivering solutions for globally recognised clients operating at hyperscale.
Technical Leadership & Influence – Take ownership of mechanical design strategies and provide direction across multidisciplinary teams, influencing decisions that shape project success.
Complex Engineering Challenges – Develop in

📌 Associate Director (Milano)
🏢 Black & White Engineering
📍 Milano