Electrical Design Engineer (Data Centres)

Ready to Take Your Data Centre Expertise International?

This is a rare opportunity to relocate to Frankfurt, Europe's data centre capital, and play a key role in delivering some of the region's most technically advanced and high-profile mission-critical projects.

We're looking for an experienced Mechanical Building Services Engineer with a strong background in data centres, hyperscale facilities, or other mission-critical environments who is ready to take the next step within a globally recognised engineering consultancy.

Why Frankfurt?

Frankfurt sits at the heart of Europe's digital infrastructure market and continues to be one of the world's fastest-growing data centre locations. By relocating, you'll gain exposure to some of the largest hyperscale and colocation developments currently being delivered across the continent, working on projects that shape the future of cloud and digital infrastructure.

TASKS

What's in It for You?

Shape Industry Leading Data Centre Projects - Work on complex mission-critical facilities where performance, resilience and uptime are paramount. You'll contribute to innovative mechanical solutions that support some of the world's most demanding operational environments.

Technical Leadership Without the Red Tape - This is an opportunity to become a recognised technical authority, influencing project outcomes and engineering decisions without being constrained by corporate hierarchies or job-title politics.

Work at the Cutting Edge of Mission-Critical Design - Lead the design and delivery of advanced cooling systems, resilient HVAC strategies, ventilation solutions and mechanical infrastructure engineered for continuous operation.

Become a Trusted Client Advisor - Act as a key technical contact for world-class clients, providing expert guidance throughout the full project lifecycle from concept design through to delivery.

International Collaboration - Work alongside multidisciplinary teams across Black & White Engineering's global network, combining international best practice with local engineering standards and market expertise.

Invest in Your Future - Mentor and develop junior engineers while continuing to advance your own technical, commercial and leadership capabilities within a growing international business.

REQUIREMENTS

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience delivering mechanical building services design for data centres or other mission-critical facilities.
• Strong knowledge of cooling systems, HVAC design, resilience strategies and redundancy principles.
• Experience leading complex engineering projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of performance-driven mechanical design.
• Experience within the UK or European consulting engineering market.
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to engage directly with clients and stakeholders.
• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Willingness to relocate to Frankfurt, Germany (relocation support available).

German language skills are beneficial but not essential, and support can be provided as you settle into your new role and location.

About Black & White Engineering

Black & White Engineering is a multi-award-winning engineering consultancy with offices across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.

As specialists within the data centre sector, we deliver world-class engineering services across Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP), Civil & Structural Engineering, Power Systems, Sustainability, BIM, Design Management and specialist infrastructure disciplines.

Our teams support clients throughout the full project lifecycle, creating practical, buildable and operationally efficient solutions that deliver long-term value.

As one of the industry's fastest-growing consultancies, we provide genuine opportunities for career progression. Many of our engineers have developed into senior technical and leadership positions as the business continues to expand globally.

Join Black & White Engineering and become part of a business where your expertise is recognised, your development is supported, and your impact is felt on some of the world's most exciting data centre projects.