Associate / Associate Director - Mechanical (Data Centres)

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Associate or Associate Director in Mechanical Engineering to join their dynamic Data Centre team in Manchester. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology. You'll collaborate with senior engineers, manage project tasks, and ensure compliance with industry standards while contributing to innovative solutions that promote sustainability. Join a passionate team dedicated to creating high-performance environments and enjoy a supportive culture that values your input and fosters career growth.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits

Community Involvement Initiatives

Career Progression Opportunities

Supportive Colleagues

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical delivery and training junior members.
• Chartered engineer or working towards membership with a relevant institution.
• Sound knowledge of current building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on mechanical design for data centres.
• Assist in project management tasks like scheduling and budgeting.
• Conduct technical analyses to optimize performance.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Client Engagement

BIM Processes

Sustainable Design Principles

Education

HNC/HND/Bachelor's/Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

IES

Design Software

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Associate / Associate Director - Mechanical (Data Centres), Manchester

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

We have a brand-new opportunity for an experienced Associate or Associate Director (Mechanical) to join our established Data Centre specialist team within our successful MEP division. Our national data centre team work collaboratively and as such we welcome applications from candidates based in London, Cardiff, Bristol, Birmingham or Scotland (Glasgow/Edinburgh).

It is an exciting time to join the team – we have a proven track record of managing data centre projects across the UK and are now looking to expand our team and take on larger projects. You will have the opportunity to work on state-of-the-art data centre projects that drive the future of technology, expand your skill set and progress in your career.

Your role will include:

• Design and Planning: Collaborate with senior engineers to contribute to the mechanical design of data centres, ensuring efficient and reliable operations.
• Project Support: Assist in project management tasks, such as creating project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Technical Analysis: Conduct technical analyses, calculations, and simulations to optimize data center performance and energy efficiency.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive engineering documentation, including schematics, diagrams, and technical reports.
• Quality Assurance: Perform quality control checks to ensure that all mechanical systems meet industry standards and specifications.
• Maintenance: Participate in the development of maintenance strategies and procedures to ensure the ongoing reliability of data center equipment.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including architects, project managers, and contractors, to achieve project goals.
• Compliance: Stay up-to-date with industry codes, standards, and regulations related to data center engineering, and ensure projects adhere to these requirements.

Our Data Centre team:

Our team explains how waste heat can be captured and re-used effectively and efficiently, allowing us to make zero carbon data centres a reality! Find out more about our specific data centre projects here.

Our Mechanical, Electrical & Public Health (MEP) division:

Our MEP team are specialists in energy, sustainability, and engineering design. We bring buildings to life and create award-winning, high-performance environments that enhance the built environment – working across all sectors including commercial, industrial, leisure, retail, manufacturing, logistics, heritage, and residential.

• Building performance optimisation
• Carbon verification and validation strategies
• Daylight and sunlight studies
• Sustainability benchmarking and environmental assessments
• Strategic utility management services

We offer a fresh approach to MEP, getting involved early, working collaboratively with the design team, highlighting options, guiding design development, and using our expertise to help clients make key decisions.

Most importantly, you’ll find us a lively, good-spirited team, passionate about what we’re doing and enjoying each other’s company – we’ll be sure to give you a warm welcome too! Check out our MEP project portfolio here.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• Proven experience as an Associate/Associate Director with a strong track record of client engagement, project management, mechanical delivery, and training junior members within the data centre industry.
• Relevant mechanical engineering qualification at HNC, HND, Bachelors, or Masters level.
• Ideally a chartered engineer or working towards membership with a relevant institution.
• Sound knowledge of BIM processes, Review, IES, and other design software.
• Working knowledge of current building regulations with a strong understanding and passion to apply sustainable design principles.

About Stantec

What's great about Stantec:

As a global design leader with over 31,000 engineers, architects, scientists, and project managers, Stantec is dedicated to designing with communities in mind. Our diverse expertise allows us to tackle projects of all sizes from complex urban developments to impactful neighborhood initiatives, while connecting across our worldwide network to support one another and share knowledge. This commitment not only helps the communities we serve to thrive but also enriches the growth and experience of our own people.

In the UK and Ireland, our growing team of 4,000 is both agile and influential, able to make a meaningful difference by creating solutions that respect the environment and enhance community value. Whether you’re just starting your career or are an experienced professional, your voice is valued here. Our collaborative culture encourages entrepreneurial thinking, ensuring everyone’s ideas are heard.

Our approach for clients is grounded in the belief that we’re stronger together. By merging Hydrock’s capabilities with Stantec’s multidisciplinary services in buildings, infrastructure, environmental science, energy, and sustainability, we’re uniquely positioned as a major force in the UK market, providing a powerful platform for future growth.

What We Offer:

• Inspiring and supportive colleagues
• Recognition for hard work and career progression
• Opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills
• Community involvement through “Stantec in the Community” initiatives
• Flexible benefits, including a green car leasing scheme

A Culture of Inclusion and Opportunity

The Stantec champions diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where every employee can perform at their best. Flexibility is essential to our culture, and we aim to accommodate all employees fairly.

We consider all applications individually with the required qualifications and knowledge without regard to any of the protected characteristics. We would like to be made aware of any physical or neurodiverse conditions within your application for which appropriate reasonable adjustments can be made by us.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Once you’ve applied through our careers site, we strive to respond promptly after reviewing your application.

The employer for this position is Hydrock Consultants Ltd, part of the Stantec group of companies.