Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Eligo Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to manage large-scale data centre projects in Birmingham or London. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in relevant sectors, including Data Centres and Commercial engineering. Responsibilities include leading design, managing project lifecycles, and mentoring junior staff. This role promotes a hybrid work model, requiring attendance in the office 1-2 times a week.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Data Centres, Industrial, High-Tech, or Healthcare engineering projects.
• Chartered Engineer status is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of engineering standards like CIBSE, ASHRAE, and EN Standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and technical specification of Mechanical Building Services.
• Manage project schedules and delivery effectively.
• Mentor junior engineering staff in professional development.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Presentation skills

Organisational skills

Adaptability to new technologies

Education

Honours Degree

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

REVIT

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Data Centres

Permanent Birmingham or London based (hybrid)

This senior position is for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead large-scale data centre projects across the EMEA region but based in the Birmingham or London office. The role requires managing the full project lifecycle, from initial design concept through to successful client handover, while maintaining high-quality delivery standards and fostering strong client relationships.

Core Responsibilities

• Design & Technical Leadership: Lead the design and specification of Mechanical Building Services systems across all project stages (concept to completion).
• Quality Assurance & Control: Implement and maintain continuous design and installation quality checks and control. Ensure all deliverables strictly uphold internal design standards and meet the company's quality assurance criteria before client issue.
• Project Management & Delivery: Confidently manage project schedules and delivery. Produce fully detailed tender packages, reports, analysis, and recommendations. Collaborate with clients and the design team to accurately develop project scopes.
• Team Leadership & Mentoring: Coordinate and lead the project engineering team. Actively mentor and guide junior engineering staff in their professional development and the application of technical standards.
• Autonomy: Capable of taking the project lead with minimal input from the management team.

Candidate Profile & Requirements

• Experience: A minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience is required, specifically within Data Centres, Industrial, High-Tech, Commercial, and/or Healthcare engineering projects.
• Education: Possession of an Honours Degree is expected, with Chartered Engineer status being an advantage.
• Industry Knowledge: Must possess a deep understanding of core engineering standards, including CIBSE, ASHRAE, BS, IS, and EN Standards.
• Software Proficiency:
  • Design & Documentation: Working knowledge of Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and REVIT.
  • Analysis: Experience with any other engineering analysis software is beneficial.
  • General: Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skills: Demonstrated excellent communication, presentation, and organisational skills. The candidate should be inquisitive and focused on adopting emerging technologies relevant to the role.

Location Detail

• London or Birmingham 1-2x a week

Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.