Mechanical Engineer – Data Centre Design
Cheltenham (Hybrid)
£70,000 + Package
About the Role
An industry-leading modular data centre provider is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to join its growing technical team. This is a newly created position offering exposure across the full engineering lifecycle - from concept development and product testing through to detailed design, production, installation, and commissioning.
You’ll work closely with senior technical leadership, playing a key role in shaping next-generation modular data centre solutions within a fast-scaling environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver mechanical design across modular data centre projects
* Support concept development, product innovation, and testing
* Produce and review technical designs in collaboration with electrical, BMS, and project teams
* Ensure designs meet data centre standards and client requirements
* Provide technical input into bids, value engineering, and feasibility
* Support CFD modelling inputs and thermal design considerations
* Coordinate design delivery from concept through to commissioning
* Engage with clients, contractors, and consultants throughout the project lifecycle
Requirements
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)
* Experience in data centre or mission-critical environments
* Strong CAD/design software experience (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit)
* Experience with HVAC/cooling systems within critical environments
* Understanding of data centre standards and resilience principles
Desirable
* Professional membership (e.g. CIBSE, IMechE)
* Exposure to electrical systems or cross-discipline coordination
* Experience supporting CFD modelling
Why Apply?
* Newly created, high-impact role with real ownership
* Work across the full project lifecycle - not siloed design
* Involvement in cutting-edge modular data centre innovation
* Clear progression into a technical authority position
* Collaborative, high-performance engineering environment
If you’re a Mechanical Engineer with data centre experience looking for more ownership, technical challenge, and long-term progression - apply now!