Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
We are seeking a seasoned mechanical design engineer to lead projects from concept to completion, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovation in building performance and efficiency.
The ideal candidate will take ownership of mechanical design delivery across multiple projects, collaborating with clients, architects, and multidisciplinary teams to create intelligent, resilient, and sustainable engineering solutions.
* Develop and specify mechanical systems for building services projects (HVAC, chilled water, ventilation, and associated systems).
* Oversee quality assurance of all deliverables before submission to clients.
* Provide detailed tender documentation, reports, and recommendations.
* Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and professional growth.
* Stay informed about emerging sustainable technologies and their applications within modern design.
Key Projects:
* Hyperscale Data Centre Campus: Full mechanical design for a multi-phase hyperscale data centre campus, featuring advanced cooling systems, waste-heat recovery integration, and high-efficiency plant layouts.
* Colocation Data Centre: Delivery of mechanical services for a next-generation data centre incorporating modular design principles, chilled water systems, and scalable capacity.
* Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility: Mechanical and HVAC system design for a GMP-compliant production and laboratory facility, ensuring precise temperature and air quality control.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering.
* 7+ years experience delivering projects within Data Centres, High-Tech, Industrial, Commercial, or Healthcare sectors.
* Strong working knowledge of CIBSE, ASHRAE, BS, IS, and EN standards.
* Proficiency in Auto CAD, Revit, and Bluebeam; experience with other analysis tools an advantage.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
* Proven experience managing and coordinating engineering teams through all project stages.
* Curious and passionate about innovation, sustainability, and the application of new technologies.
About You:
* You have a strong foundation in mechanical design and engineering principles.
* You are skilled at developing and specifying mechanical systems for building services projects.
* You have excellent communication and leadership skills, and you can work effectively with clients, architects, and multidisciplinary teams.
* You are committed to driving innovation and sustainability in building performance and efficiency.
* You have 7+ years experience delivering projects within Data Centres, High-Tech, Industrial, Commercial, or Healthcare sectors.