Mechanical Design Engineer (Thermodynamics)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid

Internal Training

Progression

Company Benefits

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with HVAC, thermal management, or liquid cooling experience to join a specialist manufacturer delivering next-generation data centre cooling solutions in Watford. Hybrid role with internal training and progression opportunities.

You will design and develop Rear Door Heat Exchanger (RDHx) systems, create detailed CAD/Revit drawings, perform thermal modelling, and drive optimisation while mentoring junior engineers in a

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• Experience designing HVAC, chilled water, heat exchangers, or liquid cooling systems.
• Knowledge of CAD software and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop liquid cooling and Rear Door Heat Exchanger (RDHx) systems for data centre applications.
• Produce technical drawings and models using CAD and Revit.
• Carry out thermal modelling, performance analysis, and system optimisation.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across projects.

Skills

Revit

CAD

Thermal modelling

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Revit

Job description

£45,000 - £55,000 + Hybrid + Internal Training + Progression + Company Benefits

Watford

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in HVAC, thermal management, or liquid cooling systems, looking to join an innovative manufacturer developing next-generation cooling solutions for the rapidly expanding data centre industry?

On offer is the opportunity to join a specialist engineering company designing and manufacturing cabinets, containment, liquid cooling, and caging solutions for data centres worldwide.

Your role will centre around the design, analysis, and development of Rear Door Heat Exchanger (RDHx) systems for data centre applications, producing detailed engineering drawings and models using CAD and Revit.

You will design chilled water distribution systems, develop pipework layouts and control strategies, and ensure seamless integration with high-density server racks.

This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience designing HVAC, chilled water, heat exchanger, or liquid cooling systems, looking to progress into a senior technical role.

The Role

• Design and develop liquid cooling and Rear Door Heat Exchanger (RDHx) systems for data centre applications
• Produce technical drawings and models using CAD and Revit
• Carry out thermal modelling, performance analysis, and system optimisation
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across engineering projects

Monday to Friday, 9 - 5:30

The Person

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience designing HVAC, chilled water, heat exchanger, or liquid cooling systems
• Knowledge of Revit and CAD software

Reference Number: BBBH26519

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.