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Mechanical Design Engineer – Data Centres

United Kingdom

£45000 - £50000 per annum, Benefits: plus excellent benefits

Location: London | Birmingham | Manchester | Leeds | Newcastle | Bicester | Other UK locations considered
Salary: Up to £55,000 + BenefitsDesign the infrastructure powering the digital world.The UK's Data Centre market has never been more exciting.From hyperscale campuses to cutting-edge mission critical facilities, demand for experienced Mechanical Design Engineers continues to grow as some of the country's most respected Building Services Design Consultancies expand their specialist teams.At Eligo Recruitment, we partner with leading consultancies that are shaping the future of critical infrastructure. We're working with organisations renowned for delivering technically challenging projects for global technology companies, cloud providers and mission critical operators.If you're passionate about high-performance building services design and want to work on projects where engineering excellence genuinely matters, we'd love to hear from you.

About the opportunityAs a Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in the design and delivery of complex Data Centre projects from concept through to construction.
Working alongside experienced Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health engineers, you'll contribute to innovative engineering solutions that prioritise resilience, energy efficiency, sustainability and operational performance.
These are projects where every decision matters. From cooling strategies and chilled water systems to ventilation, pipework design and plant selection, you'll help create facilities that operate around the clock for some of the world's most demanding clients.

What you'll be doing
  • Producing detailed mechanical building services designs for Data Centre developments.
  • Supporting the delivery of projects through RIBA design stages.
  • Undertaking heating and cooling load calculations.
  • Designing chilled water, condenser water, HVAC and ventilation systems.
  • Preparing technical reports, calculations and specifications.
  • Developing coordinated designs using Revit and BIM workflows.
  • Collaborating with Electrical, Structural and Civil Engineering teams.
  • Participating in client meetings and technical design reviews.
  • Supporting project delivery from feasibility through to construction.
  • Ensuring designs comply with current regulations and industry standards.

We're looking for engineers with experience in:
  • Mechanical Building Services Design.
  • HVAC Design.
  • Chilled Water Systems.
  • Cooling Plant.
  • Air Handling Units.
  • Ventilation Systems.
  • Pipework Design.
  • Heat Load Calculations.
  • BIM and Revit.
  • AutoCAD.
  • Building Services Consultancy.
Essential RequirementPrevious Data Centre or Mission Critical Building Services Design Consultancy experience is essential.
Due to the specialist nature of these opportunities, we're specifically looking for engineers who have worked on Data Centres, Mission Critical facilities or similarly complex critical infrastructure projects.
Unfortunately, applications without relevant Data Centre design experience cannot be considered for these particular vacancies.

Why make your next move?Working within the Data Centre sector offers opportunities rarely found elsewhere in Building Services.
You'll have the chance to:
  • Work on some of the UK's most technically demanding engineering projects.
  • Collaborate with highly experienced multidisciplinary design teams.
  • Develop specialist expertise within one of the fastest-growing sectors in construction.
  • Gain exposure to global technology and hyperscale clients.
  • Work with modern digital engineering and BIM processes.
  • Build a long-term career with genuine progression opportunities.

LocationsOur clients have opportunities across the UK, including:
  • London
  • Birmingham
  • Manchester
  • Leeds
  • Newcastle
  • Bicester
Not based in one of these locations?
No problem.
If you're located elsewhere in the UK and have proven Data Centre Mechanical Design Consultancy experience, we'd still be delighted to hear from you. Many of our clients recruit nationwide for the right engineers.

Why work with Eligo Recruitment?At Eligo Recruitment, we specialise in connecting engineering professionals with some of the UK's leading Building Services Design Consultancies.
We understand the Data Centre market because it's what we recruit in every day.
That means you'll receive honest advice, confidential career guidance and access to opportunities that aren't always advertised publicly. Whether you're actively searching or simply curious about what's available, we'll take the time to understand your ambitions and introduce you to organisations where you can genuinely thrive.

Ready to take the next step?If you're a Mechanical Design Engineer with Data Centre Building Services Consultancy experience and you're ready to work on some of the UK's most exciting mission critical projects, we'd love to speak with you.
Apply today or contact the specialist engineering team at Eligo Recruitment for a confidential discussion about your next career move.

Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.

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