Job Description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Data Centres

With over 4 decades experience in the industry and enjoying continuous growth, J Dunton Associates Ltd are recruiting for an experienced electrical engineer to work on electrical infrastructure projects in the data centre industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to come and join our team of experts, working together to deliver excellent value for our clients whilst continuing your own professional development.

Company

JDA is a dynamic multi-disciplinary consultancy who provides innovative and specialist design engineering services in the UK & overseas.

We deliver an integrated consultancy service for the design and implementation of building mechanical, electrical and control systems. With over 40 years' experience, we offer impartial and objective advice from initial concept through to detailed design and supervision under construction.

We are experienced and trusted providers of innovative design ideas that support industry growth, encourage social responsibility, and deliver client satisfaction. We are committed to being industry experts, our enthusiasm for all aspects of engineering making us the team we are today and tomorrow.

We are:

Enthusiastic about all aspects of engineering. Dedicated to delivering innovative design ideas to our clients and the industry. Approachable, motivated, and trusted. Focused on our continuous professional development & knowledge sharing. Committed to our team having a good work-life balance. Passionate about creating a more sustainable future. Having fun along the way!

Job Role

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will have responsibility for Mechanical Building Services design and consultancy on a project basis.

As a Senior Engineer you will take responsibility for leading the team of design engineers on both major and minor projects whilst implementing strategic business requirements.

Lead the high-level design reviews with the engineering team, developing, reviewing, updating, modifying and approving design plans and work schedules as required. Liaise with clients and other engineers to ensure projects are completed to specifications. Establish relationships with clients, vendors, suppliers, other professionals, expanding your network. Maintain and improve existing engineering processes. Assist with business development by attending conferences, events and networking opportunities. Take responsibility for the day-to-day engineering team on a project basis, including mentoring of team members. Assist in developing the document control processes and project reporting. Provide quality assurance assistance in the reviewing and checking of design deliverables. Work with the senior management team to shape the future of the business and develop effective strategies to further grow the business unit, taking an active role with recruitment. You will have autonomy to progress, grow and develop within the team, enabling you to unlock your potential without restriction and with a clear career progression path. Work alongside the company Directors to grow and develop the company brand.

Package

JDA recognises the importance of attracting talent by offering competitive salaries and flexible working in a friendly and supportive environment.

Salary: Competitive Location: Flexible working (working from home or office, periodic attendance at our Ingatestone office will be required for collaborative work, training, and socialising.) Hours: Full-time (JDA offers a 4-day week with compressed hours 8am-6pm) Paid authorised overtime 25 days annual leave (there is an additional discretionary Christmas & New Year "shutdown") 6% Employer pension contributions Wellness benefits - Private health insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Access to holistic financial planning advice Structured professional development with opportunities for career progression Electric car scheme

Key Skills / Experience

To be a Chartered Engineer or on route to become chartered. Senior level design experience. Proven experience working on Mission-Critical or similar projects. Extremely technically capable. Experience of managing teams of M&E Engineers and acting as project lead. Ability to implement, record and document project review workshops. Be able to demonstrate a good understanding of the interrelationship between electrical and mechanical systems. Good understanding of CFD modelling in the context of Data Centres. Minimum of 7 years post grad (or equivalent experience).

Travel

Willingness and ability to travel to EU, USA, and Asia. Full driving licence is required.

Please apply in strictest confidence with CV and covering letter by 21 November 2025 to

recruitment@jduntonassociates.co.uk.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Private medical insurance Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ingatestone CM4 9ED