Senior Mechanical Engineer

Black and White Engineering; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Scotland is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to deliver complex data centre projects. This role involves full mechanical design lifecycle management, ensuring compliance with stringent standards while promoting energy efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mechanical services, proficiency in design software, and the ambition to achieve chartered status. Join a collaborative UK-based team focused on continuous learning and career development.

Benefits

Access to world-class resources and expertise

Continuous learning with CPD programmes

Fast-track route to Associate Director for Principal level

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical building services, ideally with experience in mission-critical environments.
• Proficient with Revit, AutoCAD, IES VE, CFD software.
• Experience in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and energy modelling.

Responsibilities

• Full mechanical design lifecycle from concept to commissioning.
• Ensure designs comply with Uptime Institute Tier standards and ASHRAE guidelines.
• Support technical leads on major projects and mentor junior engineers.
• Communicate complex ideas to build trust with clients.

Skills

Mechanical building services

Revit

AutoCAD

IES VE

CFD software

Thermodynamics

Fluid dynamics

Energy modelling

Education

Chartered status or working towards it

Job description

About Us & Opportunity

At Black & White Engineering, we’re not just designing mechanical systems, we’re enabling the infrastructure that powers the digital economy. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering technically complex, high-performance data centre projects across Europe. This is your opportunity to lead from the front, influence design strategy, and work with some of the most respected names in the mission‑critical sector.

Responsibilities

• Full mechanical design lifecycle from concept development to detailed design, construction support, and commissioning, covering HVAC systems, chilled water networks, CRAC/CRAH units, ventilation strategies, and fire protection systems.
• Ensure designs comply with Uptime Institute Tier standards, ASHRAE guidelines, and local European regulations while pushing the boundaries of energy efficiency and resilience.
• Support technical leads on major projects, manage client relationships, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior engineers.
• Communicate complex ideas clearly and confidently to build trust with clients and drive project success.

Qualifications

Strong background in mechanical building services, ideally with experience in mission‑critical environments. Proficient with Revit, AutoCAD, IES VE, CFD software, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and energy modelling. Chartered status (or working towards it) is highly desirable.

Benefits & Growth

Supported by a collaborative UK‑based team and our global engineering design centre, offering access to world‑class resources and expertise. Our culture is built around continuous learning, with regular lunch & learn sessions, accredited CPD programmes, and support for chartership and further education. If you’re already operating at Principal level, we offer a fast‑track route to Associate Director for those ready to take the next step. Recognised work, heard ideas, and accelerated career growth.

Join Us

At Black & White, your work will be recognised, your ideas will be heard, and your career will be accelerated. Join us and help shape the future of data centre engineering, one project at a time.