Lead Mechanical Engineer

Quanta part of QCS Staffing; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Mechanical Contractor in Europe is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for projects in Maidenhead. The role involves providing technical support, overseeing mechanical package design, and ensuring compliance with project specifications in the Data Centre industry. Candidates should possess an engineering degree and relevant experience, with opportunities to work across various sectors including Life Sciences and Heating & Power Services.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Mechanical Design or Project Engineer.
• Ability to interpret and produce technical documentation.
• Basic understanding of electronic components.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support on UPS & Generator systems specification.
• Oversee design of mechanical packages from handover to completion.
• Attend Factory Witness Testing of systems throughout Europe.

Skills

Knowledge of fluid transfer

Ventilation systems

Material selection

Project management

CDM principles

Electrical distribution

Control systems

Education

Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Maidenhead - Data Centres

We are partnering with a leading Mechanical Contractor in Europe seeking engineering professionals to join their team. Our client works with major names in the Data Centre industry and is hiring a Lead Mechanical Engineer for their project in Maidenhead.

The company operates across sectors including Life Sciences, Data Centers, Heating & Power Services, Chemical, and Battery Factories. They provide first-class engineering, building services, and mechanical installation services to their clients.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide technical support to the sales department on the specification and design of UPS & Generator systems, focusing on mechanical packages such as Fuel Storage & Supply Systems, Cooling Systems, Ventilation Systems, Vibration Transmission, Exhaust Management Systems, and Acoustic Attenuation.
2. Assist in preparing technical proposals and submissions, reviewing client specifications, generating compliance statements, developing proposal drawings, and initial design documentation.
3. Oversee the specification and design of mechanical packages on UPS & Generators projects from handover to completion, supporting Project Management and Commissioning Teams.
4. Help Project Managers develop project-specific Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
5. Generate Factory Witness Test procedures and documentation aligned with project specifications and industry standards.
6. Attend Factory Witness Testing of UPS and Generator Systems in Europe and/or UK with client representatives.

Skills and Experience:

1. Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
2. Experience as a Mechanical Design or Project Engineer.
3. Knowledge of fluid transfer, ventilation systems, material selection, project management, and CDM principles.
4. Basic understanding of electrical distribution, control systems, and electronic components.
5. Ability to interpret and produce technical documentation such as drawings, data sheets, control philosophies, equipment schedules, and calculations.

If interested, please apply now. Note: Non-passport holders of the country for the vacancy may require a work permit. For more information, check our Blog.

Do not include bank or payment details when applying. All applications should be submitted via the 'Apply now' button.

Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom