Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mission Critical

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in London is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to develop mechanical systems and HVAC solutions for Data Centres. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant design experience. Strong leadership and project management skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to high-performance engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of mechanical design experience within a design consultancy.
• Experience managing mechanical design throughout all design stages.
• Wide experience of critical mechanical systems and multiple levels of resilience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out engineering concept design through to detailed design.
• Ensure all design projects are technically compliant and of consistent quality.
• Implement and manage QA systems and procedures on all projects.

Skills

Mechanical design

HVAC engineering

Leadership skills

Project management

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant subject

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mission Critical

HDR is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to collaborate with various engineering teams to create detailed designs, plans, specifications, and installation designs of complete mechanical systems and HVAC solutions for Data Centres.

About the Role

About You

We are looking for someone who has a keen eye for detail and is conversant with all aspects of mechanical engineering. The ideal candidate will be a competent and experienced designer, self-starter, and team player who can manage and develop resources to meet project demands while maintaining the highest level of technical excellence and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out engineering concept design through to detailed design.
• Ensure all design projects and reports within the group are technically compliant, to a consistent quality and standard.
• Motivate yourself and manage staff within the group to build coherent high-performing teams.
• Implement and manage QA systems and procedures on all projects.
• Implement Company Health and Safety and ensure all designs respond to the CDM regulations.
• Ensure Quality Management System ISO 9001 and 14001 are adhered to.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or relevant subject
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical design experience within a design consultancy
• Experience managing mechanical design throughout all design stages
• Wide experience of critical mechanical systems, HVAC engineering, and multiple levels of resilience
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD
• Demonstrated leadership skills, previous team coordination, and project management experience
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm

HDR is committed to the principles of employment equity and is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.