Mechanical Engineer - Data Centre Construction

3D Personnel Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

3D Personnel are recruiting on behalf of a leading international main contractor for a major data centre project in Blyth, Northumberland. The Mechanical Engineer will join the project delivery team and support HVAC, pipework and related building services installations on site.

Essential requirements include a degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering and a minimum of 3 years’ mechanical construction experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in mechanical construction.
• Experience with HVAC, pipework and associated building services systems.
• Good understanding of technical drawings, construction specifications and site engineering procedures.
• Experience coordinating mechanical subcontractors.
• Data centre experience advantageous, others considered.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of mechanical construction packages across the project.
• Coordinate site activities relating to HVAC, pipework and mechanical services.
• Review drawings, technical specifications and installation requirements.
• Raise and manage RFIs to resolve technical and construction issues.
• Carry out inspections and ensure mechanical installations meet project specifications.
• Monitor subcontractor progress and installation quality.
• Manage snagging, defects and close-out activities.
• Identify and track variations arising during construction.
• Coordinate with site management, other engineering disciplines and commissioning teams.
• Maintain accurate engineering and site delivery documentation.

Skills

HVAC systems

Mechanical construction

Site coordination

Building services

Education

Mechanical or Building Services Engineering degree

Job description

Mechanical Engineer - Data Centre Construction

Location: Blyth, Northumberland

3D Personnel are recruiting on behalf of a leading international main contractor specialising in large-scale data centre and mission-critical construction projects.

Our client is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the project delivery team on a major data centre development in Blyth, Northumberland.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically qualified engineer with experience delivering HVAC, pipework and associated building services installations on large construction projects.

The Role

• Support the delivery of mechanical construction packages across the project

• Coordinate site activities relating to HVAC, pipework and associated mechanical services

• Review drawings, technical specifications and installation requirements

• Raise and manage RFIs to resolve technical and construction issues

• Carry out inspections and ensure mechanical installations meet project specifications

• Monitor subcontractor progress and installation quality

• Manage snagging, defects and close-out activities

• Identify and track variations arising during construction

• Coordinate with site management, other engineering disciplines and commissioning teams

• Maintain accurate engineering and site delivery documentation

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in mechanical construction

• Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering

• Experience working with HVAC, mechanical pipework and associated building services systems

• Good understanding of technical drawings, construction specifications and site engineering procedures

• Experience coordinating mechanical subcontractors

• Data centre experience advantageous, although candidates from commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical or other technically complex projects will be considered

Location & Travel

Candidates based within 60 miles of Blyth are strongly preferred, with those within 90 miles also encouraged to apply.

Qualifying candidates living over 60 miles away may receive Monday to Thursday accommodation and a £160 weekly tax-free allowance, subject to satisfactory proof of address and applicable tax rules.

Candidates from Ireland and mainland Europe will also be considered, with flights and accommodation offered on a 10 days on / 4 days off rotation.