Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Office based, Middlesbrough 

About Durata 

Durata is a fast-paced, growing business at the heart of the data centre and critical infrastructure industry. Delivering modular data centres, critical power solutions, and legacy optimisation projects across the globe, we combine in-house fabrication with rapid, turnkey deployment to support the world’s leading OEMs and data centre operators. As demand for AI and digital infrastructure accelerates, so does our team  and we’re looking for driven, detail-focused people who want to grow with us. 

Role Purpose 

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the design of mechanical building services, from concept through to detailed design, supporting Durata’s project teams in delivering high quality, technically sound solutions that meet client requirements across our range of critical infrastructure projects. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Design of mechanical services, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning. 

• Preparation of detailed design calculations associated with the above. 

• Liaising with the full design and project teams, developing schemes to suit client requirements. 

• Pipework design for general building services. 

Desirable Experience 

• Managing projects and overseeing the installation of systems, ensuring works are completed to the highest standards. 

• Design and knowledge of generator pipework installations. 

• Data centre experience. 

• Estimating costs of mechanical installations and negotiating with subcontractors. 

• Use of AutoCAD and/or BIM software. 

About You 

We’re looking for a mechanical design engineer who strives for excellence and takes pride in getting the technical detail right first time. You’ll be a dedicated, hard-working individual, comfortable working across full design and project teams, and confident developing schemes that meet exacting client standards on complex, fast-moving projects. 

Skills and Experience 

• Minimum HNC in Mechanical or Building Services (or equivalent). 

• Full UK driving licence. 

• Strong understanding of mechanical building services design principles. 

• Experience preparing detailed design calculations. 

• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or BIM software is advantageous. 

• Clear communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently across design and project teams. 

Benefits 

• Competitive salary 

• 25 days holiday 

• Pension contribution 

• High street discount scheme 

• Health Shield benefits 

• Electric car scheme 

If you would like to apply for the role, please e-mail your CV to nicola.willet@durata-global.com