Senior Mechanical Engineer - Data Centre & Mission Critical

Hoare Lea; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

25 days of annual leave

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Leeds seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer to deliver high-quality, sustainable solutions in Data Centre projects. The role involves leading design delivery, managing client relationships, and ensuring project success with a focus on innovation. Ideal candidates will hold Chartered status and have substantial experience in mechanical services design, excellent client-facing skills, and proficiency in industry-standard software. The company offers hybrid working, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Qualified and recognised in the industry, preferably with Chartered status.
• Proven, in-depth technical knowledge in Mechanical/building services design.
• Strong understanding of complementary disciplines and experience leading integrated design teams.
• Demonstrable experience leading design teams on complex Data Centre projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design delivery for significant and complex schemes.
• Define and agree the design brief with clients.
• Manage and motivate the internal project team.
• Monitor project expenditure and report to the team leader.
• Identify and manage project and commercial risks.

Skills

Mechanical/building services design

Client-facing skills

Project management

IT literacy (Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD)

Organizational and planning skills

Education

Chartered status or equivalent qualification

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in Leeds seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer to deliver high-quality, sustainable solutions in Data Centre projects. The role involves leading design delivery, managing client relationships, and ensuring project success with a focus on innovation. Ideal candidates will hold Chartered status and have substantial experience in mechanical services design, excellent client-facing skills, and proficiency in industry-standard software. The company offers hybrid working, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.