Senior Engineer - Mechanical U.K (Data Centres) Data Centres · Birmingham ·

Ethos Engineering; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

9-day fortnight

Training & mentoring

Chartership support

Pension scheme

Health insurance allowance

Refer a Friend

Travel expenses

Paid statutory leaves

Professional subscription

Job summary

Ethos Engineering in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing UK hub, working with the Dublin team on data centre projects across EMEA. You will oversee the full lifecycle from concept through client handover and mentor junior engineers.

A strong knowledge of CIBSE, ASHRAE, BS, IS and EN standards, plus tools such as Bluebeam, AutoCAD and REVIT, is essential. The hybrid role offers flexible office and remote work, with a focus on delivering high quality,

Qualifications

• Honours Degree – Chartered an advantage but not essential
• 7+ years experience with Data Centres, Industrial, High Tech, Commercial and/or Healthcare engineering projects
• Deep understanding of CIBSE, ASHRAE, BS, IS and EN Standards
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam, AutoCad and REVIT
• Experience leading & coordinating an engineering team in the successful delivery of projects
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organisational skills
• Experience leading & coordinating an engineering team in the successful delivery of projects
• Inquisitive about emerging technologies and their application in your role

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical services design on projects from concept stage to completion
• Specification and design of mechanical building services systems
• Continuous design and installation quality checks and control
• Provide fully detailed tender packages / tender reports / analysis / recommendations
• Uphold the mechanical design standards within the organisation
• Collaborate with the design team and clients to develop project scopes.
• Capable of taking the lead on projects with minimal input from management team
• Mentor and guide engineering staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Team coordination

Education

Honours Degree – Chartered an advantage but not essential

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

REVIT

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Ethos

Ethos is a collaborative team of engineers, consultants, and creative thinkers designing and delivering data centre and energy infrastructure across the world's most dynamic markets. As a multidisciplinary consultancy, we combine technical expertise, creativity, and integrated delivery to lead complex, mission-critical projects.

Built on strong relationships, clear leadership, and a can-do mindset, Ethos is entering an exciting phase of growth, expanding our capabilities and taking on increasingly high-impact projects across EMEA and beyond.

Sustainability guides how we design, collaborate, and deliver, creating innovative solutions and lasting value for our clients and communities — making Performance Made Possible.

About the Job

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Birmingham office, working closely with our established Dublin team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the growth of our new UK hub while contributing to major data centre hyperscale projects across the EMEA region.

The role offers a hybrid working model, combining remote flexibility with collaborative, office-based engagement.

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will oversee projects across EMEA, managing the full lifecycle from initial concept through to client handover. You will take ownership of project delivery and support the continued development of engineering staff through mentoring and technical guidance.

A strong working knowledge of CIBSE, ASHRAE, BS, IS and EN standards is essential, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD and REVIT.

About You

• Honours Degree – Chartered an advantage but not essential
• Minimum 7+ years experiencewith Data Centres, Industrial, High Tech, Commercial and/or Healthcare engineering projects
• Deep understanding of CIBSE, ASHRAE, BS, IS and EN Standards
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam, AutoCad and REVIT
• Any other engineering analysis software is an advantage
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organisational skills
• Experience leading & coordinating an engineering team in the successful delivery of projects
• Inquisitive about emerging technologies and their application in your role

Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical services design on projects from concept stage to completion
• Specification and design of mechanical building services systems
• Continuous design and installation quality checks and control
• Provide fully detailed tender packages / tender reports / analysis / recommendations
• Uphold the mechanical design standards within the organisation
• Collaborate with the design team and clients to develop project scopes.
• Capable of taking the lead on projects with minimal input from management team
• Mentor and guide engineering staff.

Why Join Us?

• Join collaborative leaders – Work alongside experienced, approachable professionals who combine technical excellence with calm, supportive leadership.
• Make a real impact – Contribute to mission-critical infrastructure projects that support the digital and energy transition across EMEA and beyond.
• Grow with us – As a rapidly growing consultancy, we offer opportunities to develop your skills, broaden your experience, and build your career.
• Shape a more sustainable future – Sustainability isn't an initiative—it's embedded in every project, every discipline, and every decision we make.

We offer:

• Flexible Fridays and a 9-day fortnight working schedule — enjoy every second Friday off to maintain work–life balance.
• A culture that values flexibility, learning, and teamwork, with clear progression pathways and support toward professional accreditation.
• Opportunities to work alongside some of the most experienced engineers in the industry, within a forward-thinking, technology-driven consultancy.

Benefits:

• Flexible working times
• 25 Days holidays
• Pension Scheme
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Subsidised Health Insurance Allowance
• Working travel out-of-pocket expenses
• Regular training/mentoring / further college support
• Support for Chartership
• A Professional Subscription Fee paid by the company
• Paid Statutory Leaves
• Heavily subsidised social committee