Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Black & White Engineering
Edinburgh
2 months ago
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Overview

Join to apply for the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role at Black & White Engineering. This role focuses on delivering high-performance data centre projects across Europe, with leadership in design strategy and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

At Black & White Engineering, we’re not just designing mechanical systems—we’re enabling the infrastructure that powers the digital economy.

Responsibilities
  • Manage the mechanical design lifecycle from concept development to detailed design, construction support, and commissioning.
  • Lead and influence design strategy for high-performance data centre projects in a mission-critical context.
  • Work with HVAC systems, chilled water networks, CRAC/CRAH units, fire protection systems, and other mechanical systems to meet the demands of hyperscale and colocation data centres.
  • Ensure compliance with Uptime Institute Tier standards, ASHRAE guidelines, and European regulations while driving energy efficiency and resilience.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, support technical leads, manage client relationships, and mentor junior engineers.
Qualifications
  • Strong mechanical services background, ideally in mission-critical environments.
  • Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, IES VE, and CFD software; knowledge of thermodynamics and energy modelling.
  • Chartered status is highly desirable.
Experience and Seniority
  • Senior level role with leadership responsibilities, including guiding technical direction and client engagement.
Employment Details
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Consulting, Design, and Engineering
  • Industries: Construction, Business Consulting and Services, and Design Services

We offer a collaborative UK team, access to global expertise, and a culture of continuous learning with CPD programmes and chartership support. For those at Principal level, a fast-track route to Associate Director is available.


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