Senior Engineer - Mechanical U.K (Data Centres)
Ethos Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Engineering Services · 201-500 employees
About the role
Lead mechanical services design on projects from concept stage to completion while managing the full project lifecycle. Provide detailed tender packages, mentor engineering staff, and ensure quality control across all mechanical building services systems.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires an honours degree and a minimum of 7+ years of experience in data centre, industrial, or commercial engineering projects. Candidates must possess a deep understanding of relevant industry standards and proficiency in design software like AutoCAD and REVIT.
Benefits
Full description
About Ethos
Ethos is a collaborative team of engineers, consultants, and creative thinkers designing and delivering data centre and energy infrastructure across the world's most dynamic markets. As a multidisciplinary consultancy, we combine technical expertise, creativity, and integrated delivery to lead complex, mission-critical projects.
Built on strong relationships, clear leadership, and a can-do mindset, Ethos is entering an exciting phase of growth, expanding our capabilities and taking on increasingly high-impact projects across EMEA and beyond.
Sustainability guides how we design, collaborate, and deliver, creating innovative solutions and lasting value for our clients and communities — making Performance Made Possible.
About the Job
We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Birmingham office, working closely with our established Dublin team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the growth of our new UK hub while contributing to major data centre hyperscale projects across the EMEA region.
The role offers a hybrid working model, combining remote flexibility with collaborative, office-based engagement.
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will oversee projects across EMEA, managing the full lifecycle from initial concept through to client handover. You will take ownership of project delivery and support the continued development of engineering staff through mentoring and technical guidance.
A strong working knowledge of CIBSE, ASHRAE, BS, IS and EN standards is essential, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD and REVIT.
About You
- Honours Degree – Chartered an advantage but not essential
- Minimum 7+ years experience with Data Centres, Industrial, High Tech, Commercial and/or Healthcare engineering projects
- Deep understanding of CIBSE, ASHRAE, BS, IS and EN Standards
- Working knowledge of Bluebeam, AutoCad and REVIT
- Any other engineering analysis software is an advantage
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent communication, presentation, and organisational skills
- Experience leading & coordinating an engineering team in the successful delivery of projects
- Inquisitive about emerging technologies and their application in your role
Responsibilities:
- Lead mechanical services design on projects from concept stage to completion
- Specification and design of mechanical building services systems
- Continuous design and installation quality checks and control
- Provide fully detailed tender packages / tender reports / analysis / recommendations
- Uphold the mechanical design standards within the organisation
- Collaborate with the design team and clients to develop project scopes.
- Capable of taking the lead on projects with minimal input from management team
- Mentor and guide engineering staff.
Why Join Us?
- Join collaborative leaders – Work alongside experienced, approachable professionals who
combine technical excellence with calm, supportive leadership.
- Make a real impact – Contribute to mission-critical infrastructure projects that support the digital and energy transition across EMEA and beyond.
- Grow with us – As a rapidly growing consultancy, we offer opportunities to develop your skills, broaden your experience, and build your career.
- Shape a more sustainable future – Sustainability isn't an initiative—it's embedded in every project, every discipline, and every decision we make.
We offer:
- Flexible Fridays and a 9-day fortnight working schedule — enjoy every second Friday off to maintain work–life balance.
- A culture that values flexibility, learning, and teamwork, with clear progression pathways and support toward professional accreditation.
- Opportunities to work alongside some of the most experienced engineers in the industry, within a forward-thinking, technology-driven consultancy.
Benefits:
- Flexible working times
- 25 Days holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Refer a Friend scheme
- Subsidised Health Insurance Allowance
- Working travel out-of-pocket expenses
- Regular training/mentoring / further college support
- Support for Chartership
- A Professional Subscription Fee paid by the company
- Paid Statutory Leaves
- Heavily subsidised social committee
