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Principal Mechanical Engineer - Data Centres

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Aecom2 logoAecom2 · London, UK
Full-timeOn-site2mo ago30+ days old, may be filled
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About the role

Working from either our London, Manchester, Belfast or Plymouth office on a hybrid basis, you'll join a dynamic team experiencing significant expansion. This role offers the chance to develop your career with a company that delivers both specialist and integrated multidisciplinary solutions to data centre clients. We're looking for someone with: Extensive technical delivery experience on data centre projects for technology firms A proven track record of successful project delivery as a Principal Engineer The ability to lead technical teams and collaborate across geographies Ambition to contribute to thought leadership and strategic growth

Requirements

  • Here's what we're looking for:
  • Chartered Engineer or Architect (or equivalent professional qualification).
  • Extensive experience in data centre design and/or project management.
  • Proven experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams on complex data centre projects.
  • Strong understanding of permitting processes, 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.
  • A clear work history and proof of professional development and learning.
  • Degree in Architecture, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer or Accredited Tier Professional.
  • About AECOM
  • Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
  • You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
  • You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
  • AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Benefits

Remote work optionsEquity / stock options

Additional Information

AECOM is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our Buildings & Places sector, specializing in data centre design and delivery. As a technical leader and ambassador for AECOM's data centre practice, you'll represent our expertise across the EMEA region and contribute to our global network. You'll lead mechanical engineering projects within multidisciplinary teams, drawing on your proven experience delivering complex data centre facilities for leading technology clients. This is a strategic role created in response to our sustained growth in the Technology and Data Centre sector. You'll be instrumental in strengthening AECOM's position as a trusted partner in the Hyperscale and Co-location markets, both regionally and globally. Your contributions will extend beyond project delivery to include thought leadership and shaping our sector's strategic direction.


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