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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Data Centres

Job in Greater London, London, Greater London, W1B, England, UK
Listing for: CIBSE Journal
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-10
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Building Services Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 63000 - 77000 GBP Yearly GBP 63000.00 77000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Greater London

Location:

London Birmingham Manchester Leeds Newcastle Bicester Other UK locations considered

Salary:

Up to GBP
70,000 + Comprehensive Benefits Package

Take the lead on some of the UK's most complex Data Centre projects.

As demand for digital infrastructure continues to accelerate, leading Building Services Design Consultancies are investing heavily in experienced engineers who can confidently lead projects, mentor junior colleagues and deliver technically outstanding mechanical designs.

At Eligo Recruitment
, we partner with some of the UK's most respected engineering consultancies, supporting the recruitment of Mechanical Design professionals who specialise in Mission Critical and Data Centre developments

If you're looking for a role where you'll have greater technical ownership, increased client exposure and the opportunity to influence the design of world–class facilities, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

This is more than simply producing designs.

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for leading the mechanical delivery of complex Data Centre projects from concept through to completion.

You'll work closely with Associate Directors, Project Directors and multidisciplinary engineering teams, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest technical standards whilst mentoring junior engineers and maintaining excellent client relationships.

Your expertise will directly influence the performance, resilience and sustainability of facilities supporting some of the world's largest technology organisations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the mechanical design of hyperscale and mission critical Data Centre projects.
  • Produce and review detailed engineering calculations, reports and specifications.
  • Design HVAC, chilled water, condenser water, ventilation and mechanical building services systems.
  • Coordinate designs using Revit and BIM Level 2 workflows.
  • Review and check the work produced by junior engineers.
  • Mentor Graduate and Mechanical Design Engineers, supporting their technical development.
  • Attend client meetings and present engineering solutions with confidence.
  • Coordinate with Electrical, Public Health, Structural and Civil Engineering teams.
  • Support Project Managers in delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • Resolve complex engineering challenges through innovative and practical design solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with current British Standards, Building Regulations and industry best practice.
  • Contribute to technical excellence across the wider engineering team.
About You

You'll already have experience working within a Building Services Design Consultancy delivering Data Centre or Mission Critical projects.

You'll be comfortable taking ownership of packages of work, managing your own workload and supporting less experienced engineers whilst remaining hands–on with the technical design.

  • Mechanical Building Services Design
  • Data Centre Design
  • Mission Critical Facilities
  • HVAC Design
  • Chilled Water Systems
  • Cooling Plant
  • Ventilation Systems
  • Heat Load Calculations
  • Energy Efficient Design
  • BIM and Revit
  • Technical Report Writing
  • Client Liaison
  • Design Coordination

Previous Mechanical Building Services Design experience within the Data Centre or Mission Critical sector is essential.

Unfortunately, applicants without relevant Data Centre consultancy experience cannot be considered for these opportunities.

Why Join?

The Data Centre sector continues to be one of the fastest–growing and most technically rewarding areas within Building Services Engineering.

This role offers the opportunity to:

  • Lead technically challenging engineering projects.
  • Work alongside recognised experts in the Mission Critical sector.
  • Develop leadership and mentoring experience.
  • Build strong relationships with high–profile global clients.
  • Gain exposure to some of the UK's largest hyperscale developments.
  • Continue progressing towards Principal and Associate–level positions.
Locations
  • London
  • Birmingham
  • Manchester
  • Leeds
  • Newcastle
  • Bicester
Based elsewhere?

We welcome applications from experienced engineers across the UK. If you have the right Data Centre Building Services Design Consultancy background, we'd be delighted to discuss opportunities in your preferred…

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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