Data Centre Mechanical Engineer — On-Call

Virtus Data Centres Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

VIRTUS Data Centres is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our Engineering team to design, install and commission mechanical and life-safety systems for data centre projects. This site-based role supports delivery across clusters and may involve liaising with contractors and internal teams.

You will conduct monthly configuration audits, review change control, and ensure compliance with ASHRAE standards, safety guidelines, and sustainability goals. An on-call rota is included.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent in a mechanical discipline.
• Building Services or Mechanical Engineering degree or higher (HNC/HND/BSc).
• Experience with data centre critical facilities and commissioning is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage mechanical engineering aspects of data centre projects from inception to completion.
• Oversee design, installation, and commissioning of mechanical and life-safety systems.
• Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure on-time delivery within budget.
• Conduct monthly mechanical configuration audits across data centre clusters.
• Review changes in VIRTUS change management system and assess risk/impact.
• Support energy efficiency and adherence to industry standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Chilled Water

HVAC

Thermodynamics

Critical facilities

Education

Mechanical discipline qualification (City & Guilds/NVQ)

Building Services/Mechanical Engineering degree (HNC/HND/BSc)

Tools

BMS (Trend)

SCADA

Job description

VIRTUS Data Centres is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our Engineering team to design, install and commission mechanical and life-safety systems for data centre projects. This site-based role supports delivery across clusters and may involve liaising with contractors and internal teams.

You will conduct monthly configuration audits, review change control, and ensure compliance with ASHRAE standards, safety guidelines, and sustainability goals. An on-call rota is included.