Mechanical Design Engineer

Duratais a fast-paced, growing business at the heart of the data centre and critical infrastructure industry. Delivering modular data centres, critical power solutions, and legacy optimisation projects across the globe, we combine in‑house fabrication with rapid, turnkey deployment to support the world’s leading OEMs and data centre operators. As demand for AI and digital infrastructure accelerates, so does our team and we’re looking for driven, detail-focused people who want to grow with us.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the design of mechanical building services, from concept through to detailed design, supporting Durata’s project teams in delivering high‑quality, technically sound solutions that meet client requirements across our range of critical infrastructure projects.

• Design of mechanical services, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
• Preparation of detailed design calculations associated with the above.
• Liaising with the full design and project teams, developing schemes to suit client requirements.
• Managing projects and overseeing the installation of systems, ensuring works are completed to the highest standards.
• Design and knowledge of generator pipework installations.
• Estimating costs of mechanical installations and negotiating with subcontractors.
• Use of AutoCAD and/or BIM software.

We’re looking for a mechanical design engineer who strives for excellence and takes pride in getting the technical detail right the first time. You’ll be a dedicated, hard‑working individual, comfortable working across full design and project teams, and confident developing schemes that meet exacting client standards on complex, fast‑moving projects.

• Minimum HNC in Mechanical or Building Services (or equivalent).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong understanding of mechanical building services design principles.
• Experience preparing detailed design calculations.
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or BIM software is advantageous.
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently across design and project teams.
• 25 days holiday
• Pension contribution
• Health Shield benefits
• Electric car scheme