On-Site Mechanical Resident Engineer – Data Centers

Black & White Engineering Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & White Engineering is seeking a Resident Engineer (Mechanical) to support the construction of flagship data centre facilities. You will act as the mechanical authority on site, ensuring installations meet designs, performance and quality expectations while working with contractors and clients.

The role covers review of submissions, handling RFIs and assisting in inspections, testing and commissioning, with emphasis on practical problem solving and on-site leadership.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical engineering experience within building services or critical infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience supporting construction or site-based project delivery activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support throughout construction and project delivery.
• Monitor mechanical installations to ensure compliance with approved designs and specifications.
• Review technical submissions, RFIs and engineering queries.
• Support contractors and project teams in resolving site-based technical challenges.
• Participate in inspections, testing and commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Produce site observations and project progress reports.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Site delivery

HVAC systems

Drawing interpretation

Communication & coordination

Tools

Project coordination tools

Job description

Black & White Engineering is seeking a Resident Engineer (Mechanical) to support the construction of flagship data centre facilities. You will act as the mechanical authority on site, ensuring installations meet designs, performance and quality expectations while working with contractors and clients.

The role covers review of submissions, handling RFIs and assisting in inspections, testing and commissioning, with emphasis on practical problem solving and on-site leadership.