Building Services Design Engineer - Data Centres (Locations: Banbridge OR Dundalk OR Mallusk)
The opportunity has arisen to join an industry leader in UK’s & Ireland’s Building Services sector. Alternative Heat design, develop and deliver a wide range of offsite-prefabricated, innovative, and sustainable building service solutions throughout the UK & Europe.
We specialise in the design, supply, and installation of a wide range of prefabricated energy solutions, typically built in NI and shipped throughout the UK & Europe. We also offer turnkey design, build, and operate solutions for commercial energy centres and large-scale district heating solutions and have experience with successfully procuring and delivering many similar packages to a wide range of public bodies throughout UK & Europe.
Are you looking for an opportunity to work with a dynamic, multi-award-winning company at the forefront of the building services industry? Do you want to be part of a progressive team delivering cutting-edge designs for large-scale data centre projects across the UK, Ireland, and Europe? If so, we want to hear from you!
Location: Banbridge, Dundalk or Mallusk
Hours: 38 hours per week, Mon-Thurs: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Fri: 8:00am – 3:00pm
Salary: Competitive based on experience
Reporting to: Building Services Manager
Key Responsibilities
* Designing and developing chilled water pipework systems for data centre cooling, incorporating modular skid-based construction for offsite fabrication.
* Engineering turnkey prefabricated plantroom solutions, including chillers, pumps, heat exchangers, buffer vessels, and MEP infrastructure.
* Conducting thermal & hydraulic load analysis to ensure optimal system sizing and efficiency.
* Performing pre-site feasibility assessments and site surveys for seamless integration of modular solutions.
* Preparing detailed mechanical system designs, including flow, pressure loss, and expansion calculations.
* Developing mechanical schematics, layout drawings, and fabrication drawings for offsite assembly.
* Coordinating with electrical and BMS teams for seamless integration of power distribution and automation systems.
* Ensuring full BIM coordination for clash-free, fully coordinated project execution.
* Collaborating with structural, architectural, and MEP consultants to optimize space, weight, and access requirements.
* Selecting high-performance MEP equipment, balancing technical excellence with cost-effectiveness.
* Preparing technical submittals and liaising with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors for design validation and approval.
* Overseeing fabrication and commissioning strategies, ensuring compliance with ASHRAE, EN 50600, CIBSE, and Uptime Institute Tier Standards.
* Staying updated on industry advancements, including modular construction and offsite fabrication techniques.
* Attending project coordination meetings to provide technical input and design updates.
Minimum Qualifications
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent).
* Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in building services design.
* Strong knowledge of modular construction methodologies and offsite fabrication.
* Experience in BIM coordination, working with multidisciplinary teams for a clash-free frozen model.
* Proficiency in mechanical system calculations, including pump sizing, pressure loss analysis, and redundancy planning.
* Excellent time management and communication skills for collaborating with various stakeholders.
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Teams).
* Experience with AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Revit for 3D MEP coordination.
* Familiarity with BIM Level 2 processes and common data environment (CDE) workflows.
* Knowledge of prefabrication techniques, including modular skids, multi-service racks, and packaged plantroom assembly.
* Experience using thermal modelling software for data centre cooling assessments.
Employee Benefits
* Full in-house training and career development opportunities.
* Health cash plan.
* Full access to smart wellbeing platform.
* Free annual health check during working hours.
* Annual leave increasing in line with length of service.
* Lavish Long service awards
* Generously funded social events organised for all employees throughout the year via our Social and Wellbeing committee.
* Electric vehicle charging ports
* Full access to car emergency kit.
* Annual Christmas raffle
* Yearly allowance for AH Branded clothing merchandise
* Secure, free onsite parking.
* Dedicated departmental budget allocated annually for team building events during working hours
* Free Barista Style Coffee, Hot Chocolate, Tea, and Fruit provided daily.
* Friendly and supportive working environment in state-of-the-art facilities.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering, Strategy/Planning, and Design
Industries: Construction and Engineering Services
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