Senior Mechanical Engineer - Data Centre & Hyperscale

Aecom2; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Job summary

AECOM seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Buildings & Places sector, specializing in data centre design and delivery. You will lead mechanical engineering projects within multidisciplinary teams, drawing on proven experience delivering complex data centre facilities for leading technology clients.

This strategic role supports our growth in hyperscale and co-location markets, with global collaboration across the EMEA region.

Qualifications

• Working towards Chartered status Engineer or Architect (or equivalent professional qualification).
• Experience in data centre design and/or project management.
• Proven experience working on complex data centre projects.
• Strong understanding of permitting processes, building systems, regulations, and construction methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Degree in Architecture, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer or Accredited Tier Professional.
• Working knowledge of Revit and digital design workflows.
• A clear work history and proof of professional development and learning.

Responsibilities

• Undertake the technical delivery experience on data centre projects for technology firms
• Lead mechanical data centre projects and teams across geographies
• Represent our data centre expertise across the EMEA region and contribute to strategic growth
• Support thought leadership and the sector's strategic direction

Skills

Data centre design

Project leadership

Cross-geography collaboration

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered status track

Tools

Revit

BIM workflows

Job description

AECOM seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Buildings & Places sector, specializing in data centre design and delivery. You will lead mechanical engineering projects within multidisciplinary teams, drawing on proven experience delivering complex data centre facilities for leading technology clients.

This strategic role supports our growth in hyperscale and co-location markets, with global collaboration across the EMEA region.