Associate Mechanical Engineer (Data Centres) - Management Role

Associate Mechanical Engineer (Management Role)

About the Role:

As an Associate Mechanical Engineer, you will work across a range of projects throughout EMEA while acting as a key member of the management team. This role requires a proactive problem-solver who can apply current technologies and make independent technical decisions in a fast-paced environment. You will be an experienced engineer with strong commercial awareness, collaborating with colleagues to ensure high standards in design processes and engineering delivery.

About You:

• Hybrid working arrangement based in UK or Ireland, with office attendance as required
• Honours degree in Mechanical Engineering (Chartership advantageous but not essential)
• 10+ years’ experience within mechanical engineering, ideally in data centres, industrial, high-tech, or commercial sectors
• 3+ years’ experience managing multidisciplinary teams
• 3+ years’ project management experience across mechanical and electrical projects
• Strong communication, presentation, and organisational skills
• Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Passion for innovation and adoption of emerging technologies
• Commitment to maintaining high standards in engineering processes

Key Responsibilities:

• Review technical designs to ensure scope and intent are fully understood
• Optimise project functionality and cost efficiency
• Ensure effective collaboration between mechanical and electrical disciplines
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, ensuring QA/QC and delivery targets are met
• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities for savings
• Support resource planning, including outsourcing where required
• Interpret contracts and ensure compliance with terms and conditions
• Engage with senior leadership on industry trends and new technologies
• Support business development and new project acquisition
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners
• Contribute to internal quality assurance standards and processes
• Oversee delivery of multiple large-scale projects
• Conduct team development through regular reviews and mentoring
• Support training and performance improvement initiatives
• Promote understanding and implementation of new technologies

Why Join:

• Modern office environment designed for collaboration and wellbeing
• Strong focus on professional development and career progression
• Opportunity to work with experienced engineers in a forward-thinking consultancy

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours
• Annual leave increasing with service
• Pension scheme
• Travel expense support
• Cycle-to-work or travel schemes
• Ongoing training and education support
• Chartership support
• Private healthcare contribution
• Professional membership fees covered
• Paid statutory leave
• Health screenings and vaccinations
• Gym or fitness support
• Referral bonus scheme
• Active social and wellbeing programme