About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Principal Mechanical Engineer to join a growing multidisciplinary team delivering mission-critical and data centre projects. You will play a key role in leading the mechanical design and technical strategy for complex data centre developments across the sector.
This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in mechanical engineering for data centres and a desire to contribute to the development of standards, mentor junior engineers, and work closely with both internal teams and external clients to ensure technical excellence and project success.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the mechanical lead for data centre design projects, contributing expert knowledge throughout the full project lifecycle.
* Drive technical excellence across project deliverables, ensuring designs meet client expectations and sector-specific standards.
* Contribute to setting benchmarks, design guidelines, and quality standards for mechanical engineering within the data centre sector.
* Provide leadership and mentoring to mechanical teams, supporting knowledge transfer and development of emerging talent.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated and consistent project delivery.
* Work directly with clients to understand their business drivers, organisational culture, and project goals.
* Monitor project performance, manage risks, and contribute to solutions that address design or delivery challenges.
* Maintain a proactive approach to industry trends and evolving technologies in the data centre and mission-critical sectors.
Candidate Requirements
* Strong technical background in mechanical engineering for data centres and mission-critical environments.
* Excellent client-facing and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels.
* Thorough understanding of mechanical design principles, best practices, and regulatory requirements within data centre environments.
* Strong commercial awareness and experience managing project financials and resource planning.
* Experience collaborating within multi-disciplinary teams, including architecture, electrical, structural, and project management disciplines.
Qualifications
* Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant discipline.
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional status.
* Strong digital competency and ability to work with collaborative design tools (e.g., Revit, BIM platforms).
What’s on Offer
* Strategic role within a high-growth sector focused on data centre design and engineering.
* Opportunities to lead technically complex projects with leading technology clients.
* Supportive and collaborative team environment with global knowledge-sharing.
* Competitive compensation and benefits package.
* Flexible working options.
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