Senior HVAC Design Engineer

Eden Brown; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead innovative data center projects. You will be responsible for the design of mechanical systems and work in multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficiency and sustainability. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in mission-critical systems design and possess strong communication skills. This long-term position offers opportunities to mentor junior staff and collaborate with experts, focusing on quality and client goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience designing mission-critical mechanical systems.
• Strong background in industrial cooling and HVAC systems.
• Excellent communication skills and a focus on quality and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of mechanical systems for data centers.
• Prepare and review design deliverables.
• Coordinate with internal and external project stakeholders.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Team Collaboration

Sustainability Practice

Education

University Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

BIM

Job description

We are working with this leading multi national data centre and mission critical specialist who are working on schemes across UK and europe. With data centres being crucial components of today's infrastructure, supporting everything from business to public services. Operators must ensure the longevity, efficiency, and sustainability of their sites while optimizing them for mission‑critical tasks. The teams are at the forefront of designing innovative and energy‑efficient data centres, ensuring that our clients meet their goals of performance, cost‑efficiency, and sustainability.

The Opportunity

Join our international and multidisciplinary team of passionate design engineers and help us create high‑quality, sustainable, and innovative data centre structures. You will work on medium to large‑scale mission‑critical projects, covering all stages of design - from concept to construction supervision and handover.

As part of an interdisciplinary team of architects, advisors & engineers you will work alongside other experts.

• Lead the design of mechanical systems (Cooling, HVAC, PH, Fire Fighting, Diesel supply systems) on medium to large-scale Mission Critical projects through all design stages from Concept to Construction Supervision and Hand‑Over.
• Lead the preparation and review of design deliverables.
• Lead projects and work closely with our data centre clients to deliver quality work to meet their specific needs.
• Present technical content for review by technical and non‑technical audiences. Have a good grasp over trends and standard methodologies in the industry.
• Coordinate with other internal and external project stakeholders including other disciplines, authorities, public service providers and international clients.
• Connect solutions/ideas to bigger picture project and client goals.
• Deliver timely feedback and recognition to others.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff and collaborate with skillful multi‑disciplinary teams maximizing our experience at the local, regional, and global level.

Does this role inspire you?

Qualifications

• University Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Five plus years' experience designing mission‑critical mechanical systems – experience with data centres is considered a plus.
• Strong background in industrial cooling/HVAC systems.
• Experience with Revit MEP / BIM.
• Strong communication skills, team mindset, and focus on quality & sustainability.
• This is a long‑term position outside IR35.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Trevor Parsons.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.