Senior to Associate Mechanical Engineers - Data Centres (Building Services)

WSP Global Inc.; Auchentibber; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior to Associate Mechanical Engineer for data centres in Glasgow or Edinburgh, with a focus on mechanical distribution and MEP coordination within a fast-paced Mission Critical Facilities team.

You will design mechanical systems from CHW to LTHW, provide client advice, and lead the design of data centre facilities while coordinating with cross-disciplinary teams. The role requires UK vetting clearance and Chartered status or working towards it.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing mechanical systems for data centres.
• Understanding of UK/EU regulations and design guides.
• Proficiency with 3D design tools (RevitMEP, AutoCAD).
• Ability to lead and mentor within a project team.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical distribution designs for CHW, HVAC, Fuel and LTHW.
• Lead the design of data centre mechanical systems and equipment.
• Produce technical specifications and system calculations for tender and delivery.
• Monitor installation to ensure compliance with design and safety codes.
• Coordinate with Architect and Structural teams and other disciplines.

Skills

Data centre design

MEP knowledge

RevitMEP

AutoCAD

Dynamic thermal modelling

Education

Chartered status / working towards (CIBSE or IMechE)

Tools

TAS

IESVE

Hevacomp

Job description

Senior to Associate Mechanical Engineers - Data Centres (Building Services)

• Glasgow, Lanarkshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your career. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP have an opportunity for an experienced Senior to Associate Mechanical Engineer, in either our Glasgow or Edinburgh office, focusing on the Data Centre sector with our Mission Critical Facilities team. You will have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and technically challenges projects within this fast paced sector. WSP are currently involved in numerous projects, working with Colocation Providers, End Users and Enterprise clients, both within the UK and across EMEA.

• Candidates will support the team in developing designs for mechanical distribution systems from CHW, HVAC, Fuel to LTHW
• Provide advice to clients regarding mechanical systems/requirements available to meet their business needs.
• Leading the design of data centre mechanical systems and equipment
• Provide written reports of system options in the form of design development notes.
• Produce technical specifications for mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and client requirements
• Ensure coordination other disciplines including Architect and Structural engineers
• Produce calculations, technical/equipment specification documentation for tender.
• Monitor installation of designed equipment/systems to ensure compliance with employers’ requirements, design specifications and all relevant safety codes.

Operational responsibilities:

• Able to work using their own initiative with minimal supervision on all technical aspects of their discipline or have specific specialist experience applicable to the role.
• Able to work under the clear direction of the client and interpret the needs of the project as a whole to meet the full delivery needs.
• Work in a joint leadership capacity within a mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) discipline team providing design and technical advice in a WSP project manager capacity on a wide range of projects.
• Complete the detailed designs of mission critical facilities and all mechanical systems associated to data centres.
• Consider the feasibility of the project specific to the discipline and lead the overall feasibility study for the project.
• Take responsibility for and direct others in the production of detailed and performance specification for the discipline subject to review by colleagues prior to issue.
• Review the detailed design programme and ensure that sufficient resource is available to complete the works.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Knowledge and experience in designing mechanical systems for data centres
• Chartered status (or working towards Chartered status) with CIBSE or IMechE or equivalent experience
• Technical MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) knowledge of relevant UK and EU regulations, design guides, etc
• Have an understanding of the of Uptime Institute Tier Classification System
• Flexible approach to meet the demands of projects
• Have working understanding of TAS (Dynamic thermal modelling software), of IES (Integrated Environmental Solutions / IESVE: A building performance modelling package) and Hevacomp (a building services design software) to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects
• Have understanding of working with RevitMEP or other 3D design software to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects
• Have working knowledge of AutoCAD to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects
• Able to work as part of a team as well as ability to effectively lead, direct and mentor individuals within and outside of the WSP team
• Experience of working to timescales and deadlines
• Must be able to obtain UK vetting level of Security Check (SC)

Mechanical Design Skills required:

• U value calculations
• Heat loss calculations
• Heat gain calculations
• Control valve sizing and authority
• BMS (Building Management Systems)
• Have understanding of CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) analysis

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

With us, you can.

Job Info

• Job Identification 92850
• Posting Date 09/29/2026, 04:41 PM

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.