Principal Mechanical Engineer

Principal Mechanical Engineer – Data Centres – Bristol

Data Centres are a vital component of modern infrastructure. Our client works with global organisations to design, optimise and future-proof these facilities to ensure resilience, efficiency and sustainability, while supporting the transition to a zero-carbon economy.

They are seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to act as a technical discipline lead, providing strategic, technical and commercial leadership across complex Data Centre projects internationally, based from their Bristol office.

As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will play a senior leadership role within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, taking full ownership of the mechanical discipline on major Data Centre projects.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading mechanical design delivery from initial brief through detailed design, installation and commissioning support
• Acting as the mechanical discipline lead on medium to large-scale, complex Data Centre projects
• Setting technical direction and ensuring the highest standards of design quality and compliance
• Managing project delivery, budgets, resources and staffing to ensure successful outcomes
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, presenting technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Mentoring and developing junior engineers, supporting both technical and professional growth
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams at local, national and international level
• Supporting innovation, digital development and sustainable design solutions within the Data Centre sector

You will have:

• A degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (preferably MSc level)
• Chartered Engineer status (CIBSE, IMechE or equivalent)
• Significant experience delivering Data Centre or other mission-critical projects
• Proven ability to lead complex mechanical design packages from inception to completion
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly through drawings, reports and presentations
• Competence using mechanical design software and digital engineering tools
• A genuine interest in sustainable, low-carbon and energy-efficient design

You can expect:

• A competitive salary with performance-related reward
• Private medical insurance, life assurance and income protection
• Flexible benefits supporting wellbeing and work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training
• A collaborative, inclusive and purpose-driven culture