Designer - Data Centre

Circet Ireland & UK; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology infrastructure company is seeking a Designer for its Data Centre Design Department in Slough. This role involves designing structured cabling and network systems for high-performance data centre environments. You'll need a degree in a relevant field and experience in cabling design. The company offers a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and promotes inclusivity and personal growth.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programmes

Career developmental opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a degree related to Building Services, Architectural Technology, or Engineering.
• Experience in structured cabling and network design is essential.
• Familiarity with BIM/Revit for producing LOD500 designs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and layout structured cabling systems for data centres.
• Interpret technical drawings to produce accurate network designs.
• Coordinate design work to ensure project success.

Skills

Building Services Engineering

Architectural Design

Engineering

Structured cabling design

Network planning

BIM/Revit

BICSI standards

M&E services knowledge

Education

Degree in relevant engineering or architectural field

Tools

Autodesk Navisworks

GIS experience

Job description

We Are Hiring!

Circet Ireland & UK is seeking a Designer to join our growing Data Centre Design Department in Slough on a 12 month fixed term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a background in Building Services, Architectural Design, Engineering or the equivalent, who are keen to contribute to the development of cutting‑edge digital infrastructure.

In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design and planning of structured cabling and network systems within high‑performance Data Centre environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and layout structured cabling systems and network infrastructure for data centre builds and upgrades.
• Interpret technical drawings, floorplans, and specifications to produce accurate network designs.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and external contractors to ensure project success.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including schematics, layout drawings, and design packs.
• Conduct site visits and assessments to ensure feasibility and compliance with design requirements.
• Support troubleshooting efforts and redesigns where network modifications are required.
• Generate detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) from design specifications.
• Coordinate design work using Autodesk Navisworks for clash detection and 3D model integration.
• Stay up-to-date on data centre design trends, tools, and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Degree in Building Services Engineering, Architectural Technology, Architecture, Civil/Structural/Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management/Technology.
• Experience in structured cabling design, network planning, or data centre environments.
• Familiarity with BIM/Revit, especially producing LOD500 designs.
• Knowledge of BICSI standards and/or RCDD certification.
• Understanding of M&E (Mechanical and Electrical) services in a data centre context.
• GIS experience is a plus.

Why work at Circet?

• Be part of a company that encourages involvement,, equality, and inclusion.
• A company that nurtures excellence and develops leaders.
• Circet encourages personal development and career progression through our further education, mentoring and pathway programmes.
• We are dedicated to making a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability.
• You will get a competitive salary and a benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave per annum, life assurance, access to Employee Assistance Programmes and access to career developmental opportunities.

Circet IRE & UK is an inclusive organisation and welcomes all applications. Our mission is to create a workforce that consists of individuals with talent, skills and potential across all areas of our business. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.