Overview
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As our Critical Infrastructures division and award-winning data centre team continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced M&E engineering professional to act as the technical design lead on complex data centre and critical infrastructure projects.
Based at our Manchester head office, this role includes regular UK travel and occasional travel within Europe. The successful candidate will be dynamic and enthusiastic, joining a key technical team within a growing international business with an expanding client portfolio of projects.
Role Purpose
The M&E Design Lead is responsible for the technical solution as a whole and will act as the technical authority for integrated building services design across feasibility, audits, bids, live projects, construction and commissioning. They will personally develop and review engineering designs within their own discipline and area of qualification, while providing technical leadership, coordination and assurance across the other disciplines. Across mechanical, electrical, controls, fire and specialist systems, they will be accountable for the engineering adequacy of solutions and ensure they are resilient, buildable and aligned with client, regulatory, programme and commercial requirements.
Personal Specification
You will be an experienced engineer with strong expertise in either mechanical or electrical engineering, capable of producing and approving design within that discipline, together with the breadth to lead multidisciplinary building services integration. Experience of complex, critical projects and a relevant engineering qualification are preferred.
You will understand the interfaces between critical power, cooling, fire, controls and monitoring systems, and the spatial, structural and operational constraints that shape an integrated design. You will be confident assessing existing facilities, developing design strategies, managing risk and assuring solutions for resilience, safety, efficiency, maintainability and compliance.
The role requires independent technical judgement, clear multidisciplinary engineering leadership and strong client communication. You will be comfortable taking ownership of significant technical decisions, resolving complex engineering problems and explaining the basis of design to clients and delivery teams. xgikmsk Data centre experience is highly desirable, although relevant experience in other critical environments will be considered. You should b...
M&E engineering professiona in Newton employer: Sudlows
Sudlows is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a commitment to employee growth, we provide extensive professional training and long-term career development opportunities, ensuring that our team members can advance their skills while contributing to exciting projects across the UK. Our inclusive culture values diversity and fosters a supportive atmosphere, making Sudlows a fantastic place for estimators looking to make a meaningful impact in the critical infrastructure sector.
