Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Data Centres)

RED Engineering Design; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Pension scheme

Health care

Bonus

Training sponsorship

Volunteer leave

Wellness days

Job summary

RED Engineering Design is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer for Data Centres based in Newcastle. You will lead large mechanical design projects, coordinate with electrical and building services, and liaise with clients to deliver innovative, low-energy solutions.

Applicants should hold a BSc/BEng or equivalent, with MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND and progress toward Chartered Engineer status. The role requires experience across multiple building types and strong knowledge of UK standards

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng or degree in appropriate engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
• MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND plus relevant experience or equivalent.
• Working towards Chartered Eng status.
• Knowledge of UK standards and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead large mechanical design projects and oversee coordination of services.
• Provide client-facing design development and technical oversight.
• Ensure designs meet functional specifications and standards.
• Represent the company at technical meetings with clients and contractors.
• Support delivery within the RED Project Delivery Process.

Skills

Mechanical design

Client liaison

BS standards

MS Office

Deadline-driven

Team collaboration

Education

BSc/BEng or equivalent

MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND

Chartered Engineer status in progress

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Calculation software

Job description

Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Data Centres) - Newcastle

RED are an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients.

Through our market leading technical expertise, we enable the world’s digital infrastructure and develop the built environment whilst also helping clients realise ambitious plans for zero carbon-built environments. We cover the entire life cycle of any building project, with our broad capability offering saving our clients time, money, and effort. Our approach is centred around listening to our clients and interacting energetically with our fellow project stakeholders. We add value with our people, client service ethos, global delivery strategy, technical ability, and attitude.

We now seek an experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to be based in our Newcastle office.

Role Responsibilities

• Responsible for the running of large projects.
• Undertakes a client facing role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services for Mechanical or Electrical installations, systems, equipment, facilities etc. (Several building types)
• Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments, and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes
• Surveys, tests, carries out dilapidation reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations
• Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing confirm to functional specifications and customer requirements
• Day to day decision making on project progress and direct liaison with and provides advice to client
• Represents Company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors teams
• Ensures engineering calculations and drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards
• Leads on the coordination of engineering services
• Takes a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions

Role Requirements

• BSc/BEng or degree in appropriate engineering discipline or have sufficient equivalent experience
• MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND plus appropriate experience or equivalent
• Working towards Chartered Eng status
• Significant experience of specification design for several building types Sound knowledge of key Health and Safety issues and legislation
• Knowledge of MS Office applications word, excel etc
• Ability to use IT based calculation and spreadsheet software
• Good understanding of BS standards/ UK Regulations/Codes
• Ability to prioritise own workload
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Support the delivery of projects in accordance with the expectations of the RED Project Delivery Process from a Project Management, Financial Management, QA/QC and Technical Review perspective
• Background in consulting or construction preferred
• Good understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy.

RED offers a variety of benefits, including but not limited to:

• 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days annual leave over 5 years’ service
• Holiday purchase and buy back scheme
• Hybrid Working
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Healthcare Scheme via salary sacrifice (Company funded cover is dependant on level)
• Non-contractual bonus awards
• Training sponsorship
• Charity volunteering leave
• Wellness days/ initiatives.
• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Our people work in friendly teams with a collaborative approach and mentoring support from talented leaders.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package and and are an equal opportunities employer.

*This role will ideally suit those with the right to live & work in Ireland without restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship at the present time.