Associate Mechanical Engineer

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Associate Mechanical Engineer

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About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Associate Mechanical Engineer to lead high-profile mechanical design projects across EMEA. This is a senior position requiring strong leadership, technical excellence, and commercial awareness. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams, ensure quality standards, and drive innovation in mechanical engineering design within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical oversight and review mechanical designs to ensure alignment with project scope, quality, and performance expectations.
  • Lead high-performing, multidisciplinary teams across multiple projects and locations.
  • Champion quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) standards across all stages of project delivery.
  • Monitor and manage project costs, identifying areas for innovation and savings.
  • Oversee collaboration between mechanical and electrical engineering teams.
  • Support resource planning and manage both internal and outsourced engineering capacity.
  • Interpret and work within the terms of engineering and construction contracts.
  • Contribute to the identification of new trends and emerging technologies relevant to the business.
  • Assist senior leadership with business development, tendering, and client engagement.
  • Represent the mechanical discipline in internal management meetings and external client interactions.
  • Conduct monthly one-to-ones with team members, supporting career development and performance management.
  • Deliver training, mentorship, and development plans for junior engineers and underperforming staff.
  • Ensure all engineering processes meet current standards and leverage new tools or technologies as appropriate.

About You:

  • Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (Chartered status is an advantage).
  • 8+ years' experience in mechanical engineering, ideally within data centre, industrial, or commercial sectors.
  • Proven track record in leading and managing teams of engineers and consultants (3+ years).
  • Experience managing both mechanical and electrical project scopes.
  • Strong understanding of contracts, construction phases, and design lifecycle.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
  • Passionate about quality, innovation, and sustainable engineering design.
  • Comfortable working across various client and stakeholder environments.
Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionEngineering and Design
  • IndustriesDesign Services, Engineering Services, and Construction

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