Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mission Critical

HDR; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and oversee mechanical systems and HVAC solutions for Data Centres. This role offers opportunities for career advancement and requires a solid background in mechanical design and leadership within a collaborative, employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of mechanical design experience within a design consultancy.
• Experience managing mechanical design through all design stages.
• Extensive knowledge of critical mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out engineering concept design through to detailed design.
• Ensure all design projects are technically compliant and of consistent quality.
• Motivate and manage staff within the group to build high-performing teams.

Skills

Mechanical design

HVAC engineering

Leadership

Project management

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Building Services or relevant field

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

About the Role

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will have the opportunity 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. You will be part of an organization that is 100-percent employee owned, supporting and creating many opportunities for you to advance, succeed, and fulfill your career aspirations.

About You

We are looking for someone with a keen eye for detail and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of mechanical engineering. While you will be a competent and experienced designer, we are seeking a self-starter who can manage and develop resources to meet project demands while maintaining the highest level of technical excellence and regulatory compliance, working as part of a wider multi-disciplinary engineering team.

In the role of Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll be expected to:

• Carry out engineering concept design through to detailed design.
• Ensure all design projects and reports within the group are technically compliant, of consistent quality and standard. Maintain regular in-house design reviews and checks.
• Motivate yourself and manage staff within the group to build high-performing teams. Set objectives, monitor performance, coach, and develop staff to optimize their potential.
• Implement and manage QA systems and procedures on all projects.
• Implement Company Health and Safety policies. Ensure all designs respond to CDM regulations.
• Ensure adherence to Quality Management Systems ISO 9001 and 14001.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical design experience within a design consultancy.
• Mechanical design experience for data centres.
• Experience managing mechanical design through all design stages.
• Extensive experience with critical mechanical systems, HVAC engineering, and multiple levels of resilience, including cooling, ventilation, humidification, fuel oil, and flue systems.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, previous team coordination, and project management experience.
• Experience working with architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firms.
• A commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) foster a sense of belonging and support a collaborative environment where everyone can engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.