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Senior to Associate Mechanical Engineers - Data Centres (Building Services)

WSP Birmingham, West Midlands On-site senior full-time

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Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior to Associate Mechanical Engineer to join our Birmingham office, focusing on the Data Centre sector with our Mission Critical Facilities team.

You will have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and technically challenging projects within this fast-paced sector. Our team is currently involved in numerous projects, working with Colocation Providers, End Users, and Enterprise clients, both within the UK and across EMEA.

Key responsibilities:

  • Support the team in developing designs for mechanical distribution systems
  • Provide advice to clients regarding mechanical systems and requirements
  • Lead the design of data centre mechanical systems and equipment
  • Produce technical specifications and written reports
  • Ensure coordination with other disciplines, including Architects and Structural engineers
  • Monitor installation of designed equipment and systems

Requirements:

  • Knowledge and experience in designing mechanical systems for data centres
  • Chartered status (or working towards Chartered status) with CIBSE or IMechE or equivalent experience
  • Technical MEP knowledge of relevant UK and EU regulations
  • Understanding of the Uptime Institute Tier Classification System
  • Familiarity with TAS, IES, Hevacomp, RevitMEP, and AutoCAD
  • Ability to work as part of a team and lead, direct, and mentor individuals

Our team:

  • Based in our award-winning Birmingham office at The Mailbox
  • Growing team of 50+ MEP engineers
  • Collaborative environment with local, regional, and international experts
  • Opportunities for career development, mentorship, and training

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity to work on landmark projects
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Professional development and growth opportunities

Skills

Required

  • mechanical systems design
  • data centre engineering
  • CIBSE or IMechE chartered status
  • Uptime Institute Tier Classification System
  • TAS
  • IES
  • Hevacomp
  • RevitMEP
  • AutoCAD
  • MEP engineering
  • project management

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/94929

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