Mechanical Engineer

NTT Global Data Centers EMEA UK ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data center provider in Greater London is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the EMEA Mechanical Engineering Team. This role involves supporting the construction, commissioning, and management of mechanical and cooling infrastructures. Applicants should have several years of experience in a mechanical environment, ideally within the IT/Telecom industry. The successful candidate will work closely with regional teams to optimize systems and implement technical standards. Strong communication and strategic thinking skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in a mission-critical mechanical environment; IT/Telecoms industry preferred.
• Experience in leading a technical management function.
• Proficient in written and verbal English.
• Recognised Health and Safety qualification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in defining and implementing Tech‑Ops standards for mechanical infrastructure.
• Conduct regular inspections of regional facilities.
• Develop plans for infrastructure changes and coordinate with team members.
• Review designs of complex mechanical infrastructures.

Skills

Maintenance excellence

Strategic thinking

Technical management

Relationship-building

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

STEK/HVAC qualified

Job description

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers

Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting‑edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance

Part of the EMEA Mechanical Engineering Team, the Mechanical Engineer will be based in the UK and will provide support to regional engineering teams in the construction, commissioning, management and operation of their mechanical and cooling infrastructures. They will provide consistent regular reporting of the condition and efficiency of the countries mechanical and cooling systems, identifying any areas for improvement. They will work in identifying and planning improvement projects and will provide a regional update on progress. They will review and approve the technical aspects of high‑risk changes and incident reports. They will also provide support to countries during incidents and will lead any follow‑up investigation and analysis as required.

What we are looking for

Responsibilities / Duties :

• Assist the regional team in defining and implementing the NTT Global Data Centers EMEA Tech‑Ops (Technical Operations) standards and ensure that the mechanical infrastructures are effectively maintained and optimized.
• Keep up to date with data center developments in terms of new technology in close cooperation with our suppliers and maintenance providers.
• Help and support the regional team in creating energy business cases for infrastructure change—develop realistic plans, set goals, align plans with Tech‑Ops objectives and coordinate with other team members.
• Ensure that the mechanical systems are efficiently optimized.
• Carry out regular tours and ad‑hoc inspections of the regional facilities.
• Attend any internal or external quality‑related audits.
• Regularly review and develop commissioning procedures including subcontractors.
• Hold post‑handover project lessons‑learnt meetings for further improvement.
• Conduct meetings regarding the operational performance of the mechanical infrastructure and provide regular updates to the stakeholders.
• Instruct regional personnel in the mechanical & cooling infrastructure in close collaboration with the training department.
• Carry out scenario training for the site team with a view to continuous improvement.
• Be part of the EMEA call‑out team as required.
• Carry out reviews and comment on designs of complex mechanical infrastructures (including interdependencies with other disciplines such as electrical, controls, and fire/life safety).
• Travel to support sites in mainland Europe as and when required.
• Carry out project management duties if required, e.g. initial planning, costing, procurement, subcontractor selection, supervision and management.

Requirements :

• Several years of experience working in a mission‑critical mechanical environment within a large company; IT/Telecoms industry preferred.
• Several years of experience in leading a technical management function.
• Experience in data centers or a similar environment is considered a significant advantage though not essential; this will be a key consideration if multiple candidates are assessed for suitability.
• Industry or manufacturer training in HVAC, including, but not limited to, cooling systems, evaporative cooling, pumps, pressure systems.
• Subject‑matter expert understanding of operational and maintenance governance principles.
• Working knowledge of Plan‑Do‑Check‑Act (Deming cycle) highly desirable.
• Aware of Root Cause Analysis management frameworks highly desirable.
• Recognised Health and Safety qualification highly desirable.
• Proficient in English language both written and verbal.
• STEK/HVAC qualified for the region.

Skills :

• Maintenance excellence and zero‑downtime mentality.
• Strategic thinking individual with a structured and target‑oriented approach.
• Demonstrable skills in technical management and collaboration.
• Outstanding relationship‑builder and communicator, both internally and externally.
• Ability to work in multinational, interdisciplinary and culturally diverse teams.
• A passion for listening to stakeholders and customers with a world‑class service mentality.

Who we are

As the third largest data center provider, we operate over 150 data centers in more than 20 countries and regions. We understand that every business—large and small—has its own unique needs and goals. We offer local‑to‑global data center expertise, aligned with our connected platform of AI‑ready data centers to create solutions that enable our clients to seamlessly scale their digital businesses, anywhere and anytime.