Principal Mechanical Engineer: Data Centre Cooling Lead

Black & White Engineering; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & White Engineering seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the development of cooling and mechanical infrastructure for major data centre projects. You will act as a technical authority, guiding teams and liaising with clients and stakeholders to shape engineering decisions.

You will drive technical leadership, mentor engineers, and contribute to engineering standards while supporting delivery on high-profile, critical infrastructure initiatives within a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical building services experience.
• Expertise in cooling, HVAC and critical infrastructure systems.
• Experience leading complex engineering projects.
• Ability to provide technical leadership and assurance.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design delivery across major projects.
• Provide technical assurance and engineering reviews.
• Develop innovative cooling and HVAC solutions.
• Support clients through technical discussions and decision-making.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to technical development.
• Drive improvements in engineering standards and delivery practices.

Skills

Mechanical building services

HVAC systems

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Job description

Black & White Engineering seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the development of cooling and mechanical infrastructure for major data centre projects. You will act as a technical authority, guiding teams and liaising with clients and stakeholders to shape engineering decisions.

You will drive technical leadership, mentor engineers, and contribute to engineering standards while supporting delivery on high-profile, critical infrastructure initiatives within a collaborative culture.