London, Greater London, South East, England
Upon application
Technical Director – Mechanical (Data Centres)
London - hybrid with flexibility
Role Overview
This is a permanent, leadership-tier position based in London for a Mechanical Engineer with a proven track record in the mission-critical sector.
As a Technical Director, you will serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the London-based engineering group, driving technical excellence and thought leadership across high-scale data centre developments in the UK and EMEA.
This role balances high-level strategic business development with hands-on technical ownership of complex cooling and infrastructure design.
About You
As Technical Director, your focus extends beyond standard building services into high-density thermal management and decarbonisation.
Core Systems You Will Champion:
Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.
London - hybrid with flexibility
Role Overview
This is a permanent, leadership-tier position based in London for a Mechanical Engineer with a proven track record in the mission-critical sector.
As a Technical Director, you will serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the London-based engineering group, driving technical excellence and thought leadership across high-scale data centre developments in the UK and EMEA.
This role balances high-level strategic business development with hands-on technical ownership of complex cooling and infrastructure design.
About You
- Experience: A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in mechanical building services design, with at least 3 years specifically within the Data Centre sector.
- Education: Honours Degree (BSc/BEng) in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering. Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with CIBSE, IMechE, or equivalent is required.
- Technical Authority: Proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale data centre projects (Hyperscale or Co-location) from concept through to construction.
- Standards: Deep expertise in CIBSE, ASHRAE (specifically Technical Committee 9.9), BS, and EN standards.
- Leadership: Demonstrable experience in managing multidisciplinary teams, mentoring senior engineers, and driving QA/QC standards.
- Commercial Acumen: Ability to manage project finances, including fee proposals, profit diagnosis, and resource allocation.
- Right to Work: Must have the full right to work in the UK and be based in or commutable to London.
- Thought Leadership: Drive innovation within the mechanical discipline, producing technical white papers and representing the firm at industry events (e.g., Data Center World).
- Project Direction: Lead the mechanical services design on prominent projects, acting as the final technical sign-off for complex deliverables.
- Client Strategy: Act as the key point of contact for prestigious data centre clients, establishing long-term relationships and securing future commissions.
- Technical SME: Develop and specify advanced cooling solutions, control systems, and operating protocols for mission-critical infrastructure.
- Risk Management: Oversee performance monitoring and risk analysis through effective systems of internal control and delegation.
- Business Development: Assist fellow Directors with business strategy, local office management, and the procurement of MEP contractors/equipment.
- Mentorship: Cultivate a culture of excellence by mentoring the next generation of engineering talent within the London office.
As Technical Director, your focus extends beyond standard building services into high-density thermal management and decarbonisation.
Core Systems You Will Champion:
- Liquid Cooling Solutions: Direct-to-chip and immersion cooling for AI/high-density loads.
- Zero-Carbon Mandates: Implementing whole-life carbon calculations and heat-reuse strategies to meet ESG goals.
- Fluid Dynamics: Overseeing complex CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) analysis to optimise airflow and pressure.
- Extreme Redundancy: Designing robust mechanical systems that maintain $100%$ uptime under various failure scenarios.
- High-Level Exposure: Working with industry-leading hyperscale and co-location clients on iconic projects.
- Flexible Working: A collaborative London-based team environment with flexible hybrid options.
- Career Trajectory: Clear progression paths into Senior Directorship and global sector leadership roles.
- Professional Support: Full support for professional development and international project management opportunities.
Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.
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