Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Data Centres)
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Dublin
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£100,000 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion
SKILLS
Mechanical Design
Data Centres
Building Services Design
Leadership
Sustainable Design
Engineering
FULL DESCRIPTION
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Data Centres) – Dublin | Hybrid
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Data Centres) – Dublin
Location: Dublin (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to €100,000 + bonus + full package
If you’re ready to step into a true leadership role on some of the most advanced data centre projects in Europe, this is a standout opportunity.
You’ll join a globally recognised engineering environment delivering hyperscale, high-performance infrastructure, where your input genuinely shapes design, strategy, and client outcomes.
What you’ll be doing:
- Lead mechanical design across major data centre builds from concept to delivery
- Shape innovative cooling and energy-efficient solutions for mission-critical environments
- Act as a senior technical voice with clients and internal stakeholders
- Mentor and develop engineers, influencing the next generation of talent
- Play a key role in driving technical excellence and project success
What you’ll bring:
- Strong experience in mechanical building services design
- Proven track record in data centres or mission-critical projects
- Leadership experience or readiness to step into a principal role
- Passion for sustainable, high-performance design
Why this role stands out:
- Work on flagship, global data centre projects
- Genuine influence on design and decision-making
- Clear pathway into senior leadership
- Flexible working + strong benefits + high-impact role
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