ICT Design Engineer

United Kingdom (Hybrid / Remote with occasional office access)

Full-time, Permanent

Data Centres, Mission Critical Infrastructure, Telecoms Engineering

About the Company

We are partnering with a premier global data centre design and engineering consultancy specialising in high-availability, mission-critical infrastructure. Delivering complex technical solutions for premier Hyperscale and Co-location clients across the EMEA region, they offer a collaborative, learning-focused environment where innovation, technical excellence, and continuous professional development are actively supported.

Role Overview

As an ICT Design Consultant , you will play a central role in delivering end-to-end ICT and Telecoms designs within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary engineering team. You will be responsible for shaping cutting-edge technology solutions, managing technical deliverables from initial scope to execution, and coordinating closely with CAD and Revit specialists.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Design Delivery: Lead the production, review, and approval of high-quality Telecoms designs, including schematics, containment design, rack elevations, specifications, and project-specific bill of materials.
• Full Lifecycle Management: Manage all ICT documentation across RIBA Stages 2–4 , site surveys, scope development, cost estimates, detailed design, tender packages, RFP development, and bid analysis.
• Technical Coordination: Collaborate directly with BIM/Revit and CAD technicians, using tools like Bluebeam to mark up drawings and communicate design intent effectively.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key technical interface, clearly articulating design intent in client-facing environments and ensuring alignment with client-specific organizational standards.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure all technical processes and procedures are strictly adhered to for high-accuracy discipline outputs.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience: Minimum 4 years’ experience delivering Data Centre Telecoms and ICT designs within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
• Sector Focus: Proven track record working on Hyperscale or Colo Data Centre developments.
• Technical Proficiency: Deep knowledge of ICT infrastructure, structured cabling project delivery, and technology integration.
• Drafting Coordination: Ability to converse with and direct CAD and Revit technicians to execute design intent.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting, writing technical reports, and managing client conversations.
• Soft Skills: High attention to detail, strong problem-solving capabilities, self-motivated, resilient, and capable of prioritising tasks to meet project deadlines.

Desirable Qualifications & Skills

• Industry accreditations such as RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) , CNIDP , BICSI , or CNET .
• Hands-on familiarity with AutoCAD , Revit , and Bluebeam .
• Prior team management or mentoring experience.

What’s on Offer

• Work Flexibility: Flexible UK-based hybrid working model (predominantly remote/work-from-home with office facilities available).
• Career Growth: Access to structured training resources, workshops, and support for professional certifications.
• Innovation Culture: Opportunities to participate in internal research initiatives, explore emerging technologies, and attend key industry conferences.