Principal Mechanical Engineer – Manchester

At Black and White Engineering, you will join a global team delivering some of the most demanding data centre projects across the UK and Europe. Based in our Central Manchester office, you will be part of a business that believes great engineering is built on clarity, collaboration and people who care deeply about what they deliver.

What’s in it for you

This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of data centre design, shaping mechanical solutions for mission critical environments that support global digital infrastructure. You will be trusted to lead complex projects, influence key decisions and work closely with clients who value expertise and partnership.

You will be supported by a culture that values integrity, simplicity and teamwork. There is space here to grow, whether that is through technical leadership, mentoring others or contributing to the continued growth of our data centre capability across Europe. You will be challenged, supported and recognised for the impact you make.

The Impact You’ll Have

Your work will directly influence the success of high profile data centre projects and the people delivering them. Your impact will be seen through:

• Your leadership of complex mechanical design for data centres, delivering robust, efficient and resilient building services solutions across the UK and Europe
• Your ability to manage technical quality and compliance in highly regulated, performance driven environments
• Your skill in building trusted client relationships and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve shared outcomes
• Your commitment to mentoring and developing engineers, strengthening capability and confidence across the team
• Your contribution to business growth through repeat client work, technical excellence and long term partnerships

In addition, you will be joining a community that focuses on learning and development through regular lunch and learn sessions, investment in accredited professional courses or educational programmes. you can set the pace for your professional development, and whatever path you choose, you will receive relevant support.

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.

We are a leading provider of engineering design services for the data centre sector, delivering expertise across Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Civil and Structural, Power Systems, Sustainability, BIM, Design Management and wider specialist infrastructure disciplines.

Our teams support projects across all areas of the construction industry, offering practical, efficient design solutions that prioritise real‑world installation, maintenance and operational performance.

As one of the fastest‑growing consultancies in our industry, we offer genuine opportunities for progression—many of our engineers have developed into leadership roles as the business has expanded. Joining Black & White means making a meaningful impact with clients and colleagues, while receiving the recognition you deserve.

Your expertise belongs here

If you are ready to work on challenging data centre projects that demand the best of your experience, while being part of one global team that values people as much as performance, we would love to hear from you.
Join Black & White Engineering in Central Manchester and help design the critical infrastructure that powers tomorrow.