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# Senior Mechanical Engineer (Data Centre)

- **Company:** AECOM
- **Location:** Glasgow, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Autodesk Revit, Data Centers, Logic Synthesis of Circuits, Uptime
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/2E800DDB6AC843B9B9A6006D4942CE23/job/

## About the Role

* Working towards Chartered status Engineer or Architect (or equivalent professional qualification).
 * Experience in data centre design and/or project management.
 * Proven experience working 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.
 * Degree in Architecture, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
 * Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer or Accredited Tier Professional.
 * Working knowledge of Revit and digital design workflows.
 * A clear work history and proof of professional development and learning.

## Description

AECOM is seeking a Senior 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.

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.

Here's what you'll do:

 * Undertake the technical delivery experience on data centre projects for technology firms
 * A proven track record of successful project delivery as a Mechanical Data Centre Engineer
 * The ability to lead technical teams and collaborate across geographies
 * Ambition to contribute to thought leadership and strategic growth