Principal Mechanical Engineer – Data Centres

Overview

As Principal Mechanical Engineer in AECOM’s Buildings & Places sector, you lead data centre mechanical design and delivery for hyperscale and co-location projects. You’ll influence regional and global practice, mentor technical teams, and shape strategic direction. This role combines hands-on project leadership with thought leadership to expand our data centre footprint. Hybrid work from key UK offices offers a platform to impact large-scale infrastructure for technology clients.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work options
• competitive compensation and benefits
• well-being programs
• global firm with development opportunities
• equal opportunity employer
• disability confident employer

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering delivery on data centre projects within multidisciplinary teams
• Represent and promote the data centre practice across the EMEA region and globally
• Drive project delivery as Principal Engineer while ensuring quality and schedule adherence
• Lead technical teams and collaborate across geographies to enable multi-site projects
• Contribute to thought leadership and strategic growth of the data centre sector
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to shape project objectives and outcomes

Key requirements

• Chartered Engineer or Architect (or equivalent)
• Extensive data centre design and/or project management experience
• Proven track record leading multidisciplinary teams on complex data centre projects
• Strong understanding of permitting, building systems, regulations, and construction methodologies
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Willingness to travel as required
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Working knowledge of Revit and digital design workflows
• Clear work history and evidence of professional development and learning

• Strong communication
• Interpersonal and presentation skills
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Revit
• Digital design workflows
• Data centre design and project delivery

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