Principal Mechanical Engineer (Hybrid Working) in London

At Bryden Wood, we are on a mission to accelerate decarbonisation, deploy new technologies, and integrate design and delivery for critical infrastructure. By integrating innovation and experience, we tackle complex challenges to shape a better world for everyone.

We are seeking talented Principal Mechanical Engineers to join our expanding teams in London and St Albans. As we continue to grow, we invite passionate individuals to contribute to large-scale, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects, including data centres and other cutting-edge facilities. These projects are driven by our core values of integration, optimisation, and standardisation.

As part of our team, you will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and clients to develop innovative, high-performance, optimised designs. Your experience and expertise will play a pivotal role in driving project success through direct client engagement, seamless collaboration, and delivering efficient, high-quality solutions.

We are seeking experienced Principal Mechanical Engineers to lead on a series of high-profile projects across multiple international locations, which include:

• Data centres and mission critical facilities
• Infrastructure projects
• Large-scale industrial facilities

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, building services engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience in the design and construction of data centres, mission critical facilities, infrastructure projects, or large-scale industrial facilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of RIBA/BSRIA design stages and construction processes.
• Experience in leading and managing the production and delivery of all aspects of mechanical design as part of a multidisciplinary design team.
• Experience in sustainable design, including energy efficiency, renewable integration, and low-carbon strategies for data centres and infrastructure.
• Thorough understanding of mechanical technical design for all RIBA stages, including carrying out calculations, strategy development, project coordination, controls and commissioning, H&S and risk management and technical design delivery.
• Experience in training and mentoring engineers.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in mechanical calculation software.
• Experience in project financial management, administration and fee bids.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge in the use of BIM software, such as Revit, Navisworks.
• Experience in Design & Build (D&B) projects, collaborating with contractors to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to liaise with senior management on any project-related issues.
• Strong analytical reasoning, critical thinking, and creativity in developing efficient engineering strategies and solutions.
• Solution-based approach to solving complex engineering problems.

At Bryden Wood, we offer a range of company perks including:

• Enjoy one extra day off every other week - completely free, no extra hours required, and no change to your salary!
• Private Healthcare
• Career Progression: Regular performance reviews to support your growth
• Pension Scheme: We match contributions up to 5%
• Financial protection in case of injury
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Stay active and save on commuting
• Go green with electric vehicle benefits
• Facilities: Safe bike storage and showers
• Learning Opportunities: Fun & Social Events, Office lunches, outings, and monthly socials to keep things lively

Bryden Wood is an Equal Opportunities Employer - equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. Working in a diverse society, we recognise that our clients, colleagues, and contractors are central to our success.