Associate Mechanical Engineer

Bryden Wood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-Day Fortnight

Private Healthcare

Career Progression

Pension Scheme

Personal Accident Insurance

Insured Group Life Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

EV Scheme with Octopus

Facilities: bike storage & showers

Learning opportunities: CPDs

Social events

Job summary

Bryden Wood in London is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer to help design and deliver high-performance mechanical systems across UK and international projects, including data centres and critical facilities.

You will work with architects, engineers and clients, lead technical design across RIBA stages, mentor junior engineers, and apply sustainable, low-carbon strategies while maintaining quality and coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or building services engineering.
• Experience delivering mechanical design for data centres or large-scale facilities.
• Knowledge of RIBA/BSRIA design stages and construction processes.
• Experience in multidisciplinary design environments.
• Sustainable design experience including energy efficiency and low-carbon strategies.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design including calculations, system strategy, coordination, and commissioning.
• Fluency in English.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Proficiency in mechanical calculation software.
• Interest in professional development; chartership beneficial.
• Knowledge of BIM tools such as Revit and Navisworks advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design delivery across RIBA stages and responsible calculations, strategy, coordination, and commissioning.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary design teams ensuring quality and consistency.
• Develop mechanical solutions for data centres, mission critical facilities, and large-scale infrastructure.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and clients for integrated outcomes.
• Apply sustainable design principles including energy efficiency and low-carbon strategies.
• Support multiple projects and coordinate between disciplines for timely delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge within the team.
• Provide high-quality technical solutions using a solution-based approach.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Proactive approach

Analytical thinking

Creative problem solving

Solution-focused

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Revit

Navisworks

Mechanical calculation software

Job description

At Bryden Wood, we are on a mission to accelerate decarbonisation, deploy new technologies, and integrate design and delivery for critical infrastructure. As inventive thinkers, designers, engineers, and technical experts, we combine creativity with deep expertise. By integrating innovation and experience, we tackle complex challenges to shape a better world for everyone.

We are seeking a talented Associate Mechanical Engineer to join our expanding team in London. We welcome professionals with strong technical experience to contribute to our dynamic, global strategy and design consultancy.

As we continue to grow, we invite passionate individuals to contribute to large-scale, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects, including data centres and other cutting-edge facilities. These projects are driven by our core values of integration, optimisation, and standardisation.

As part of our team, you will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and clients to develop innovative, high-performance, optimised designs. Your experience and expertise will play a key role in supporting project success through collaboration, technical delivery, and efficient, high-quality solutions.

THE ROLE

You will play a key role in the mechanical design and delivery of projects in the UK and internationally, working closely with other disciplines including Architecture, Structures, Civils, Electrical and Sustainability, as well as directly with clients, to develop innovative and practical design solutions.

• Support and lead the mechanical technical design of projects across all RIBA stages, including calculations, design strategy, coordination, controls and commissioning, H&S, risk management, and technical delivery.
• Contribute to the production and delivery of mechanical designs as part of a multidisciplinary design team, ensuring quality and consistency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop mechanical solutions for data centres, mission critical facilities, infrastructure projects, and large-scale industrial facilities.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and clients to achieve integrated and efficient project outcomes.
• Apply sustainable design principles, including energy efficiency, renewable integration, and low-carbon strategies, where appropriate.
• Work across multiple projects and support coordination between disciplines to ensure timely and effective delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute positively to team development and knowledge sharing.
• Use a solution-based approach to solve complex engineering problems and develop high-quality technical solutions.

WHAT WE NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, building services engineering, or equivalent.
• Strong experience in the design and construction of data centres, mission critical facilities, infrastructure projects, or large-scale industrial facilities.
• Good knowledge of RIBA/BSRIA design stages and construction processes.
• Experience in the production and delivery of mechanical design within a multidisciplinary design environment.
• Experience in sustainable design, including energy efficiency, renewable integration, and low-carbon strategies.
• Strong understanding of mechanical technical design, including calculations, system strategy, coordination, controls and commissioning, and technical delivery.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in mechanical calculation software.
• A strong interest in professional development and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Chartered with a relevant institution, or working towards chartership, would be beneficial.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of BIM software such as Revit and Navisworks would be advantageous.

ABOUT YOU

You are well organised, collaborative, and proactive, with strong communication skills and a solution-focused approach to engineering challenges.

• Well organised and disciplined.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong analytical reasoning, critical thinking, and creativity in developing efficient engineering strategies and solutions.
• Solution-based approach to solving complex engineering problems.

WHY JOIN US?

At Bryden Wood, we offer a range of company perks* including:

• 9-Day Fortnight: Enjoy one extra day off every other week - completely free, no extra hours required, and no change to your salary!
• Private Healthcare: Fully funded by us.
• Career Progression: Regular performance reviews to support your growth.
• Pension Scheme: We match contributions up to 5%.
• Personal Accident Insurance: Financial protection in case of injury.
• Insured Group Life Scheme: Security for your loved ones.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Stay active and save on commuting.
• EV Scheme with Octopus: Go green with electric vehicle benefits.
• Facilities: Safe bike storage and showers.
• Learning Opportunities: Regular CPDs to keep you sharp.
• Fun & Social Events: Office lunches, outings, and monthly socials to keep things lively.

*Benefits vary dependent upon geographical location – these will be discussed at interview.

Bryden Wood is an Equal Opportunities Employer - equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. Working in a diverse society, we recognise that our clients, colleagues, and contractors are central to our success.

Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work documentation depending upon your geographical location.