Mechanical Associate Director
Location
Woking
Salary
Attractive salary and benefits
Contract Type
Permanent
Work Type
Full Time
Posted on
9 Feb 2026
About You
This position is offered on a hybrid basis in Ireland, with on‑site presence in the Dublin office as required by team scheduling.
-Bachelor’s degree required; Chartered status is an advantage but not mandatory
-10 years of recognised expertise in the field (mechanical engineering, data centres, or industrial/high‑tech and commercial environments)
-At least 3 years of people management experience leading multidisciplinary teams (consultants, engineers, etc.)
-Minimum 3 years of project management experience across electrical and mechanical engineering initiatives
-Exceptional communication, presentation, and organisational capabilities
-Proven ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of an organisation
-Strong commitment to innovation and emerging technologies
-Dedicated to upholding best‑in‑class design processes and engineering standards within the company.
Your Key Responsibilities
-Review technical designs to ensure complete understanding of project scope and intent
-Identify opportunities to enhance functionality and optimise project costs
-Foster strong collaboration between mechanical and electrical teams
-Lead a high‑performing team, championing quality assurance, quality control, and timely delivery
-Track project costs and drive innovative solutions to reduce expenses across the group
-Support resource planning and management, including outsourcing requirements
-Interpret and work within contract terms, conditions, and parameters
-Keep senior management informed about emerging industry trends, products, and technologies
-Support business development activities in collaboration with senior leadership
-Communicate effectively with external stakeholders including clients, suppliers, partners, and vendors
-Build and maintain strong relationships with external business partners
-Represent the group within the wider organisation, contributing to continuous improvement of QA procedures
-Oversee the delivery of multiple large‑scale projects
-Support team development through monthly 1‑to‑1s and ongoing informal engagement
-Train and mentor junior team members; create corrective action plans when needed
-Ensure the team stays up to date with new and relevant technologies
The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.
This position is offered on a hybrid basis in Ireland, with on‑site presence in the Dublin office as required by team scheduling.
-Bachelor’s degree required; Chartered status is an advantage but not mandatory
-10 years of recognised expertise in the field (mechanical engineering, data centres, or industrial/high‑tech and commercial environments)
-At least 3 years of people management experience leading multidisciplinary teams (consultants, engineers, etc.)
-Minimum 3 years of project management experience across electrical and mechanical engineering initiatives
-Exceptional communication, presentation, and organisational capabilities
-Proven ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of an organisation
-Strong commitment to innovation and emerging technologies
-Dedicated to upholding best‑in‑class design processes and engineering standards within the company.
Your Key Responsibilities
-Review technical designs to ensure complete understanding of project scope and intent
-Identify opportunities to enhance functionality and optimise project costs
-Foster strong collaboration between mechanical and electrical teams
-Lead a high‑performing team, championing quality assurance, quality control, and timely delivery
-Track project costs and drive innovative solutions to reduce expenses across the group
-Support resource planning and management, including outsourcing requirements
-Interpret and work within contract terms, conditions, and parameters
-Keep senior management informed about emerging industry trends, products, and technologies
-Support business development activities in collaboration with senior leadership
-Communicate effectively with external stakeholders including clients, suppliers, partners, and vendors
-Build and maintain strong relationships with external business partners
-Represent the group within the wider organisation, contributing to continuous improvement of QA procedures
-Oversee the delivery of multiple large‑scale projects
-Support team development through monthly 1‑to‑1s and ongoing informal engagement
-Train and mentor junior team members; create corrective action plans when needed
-Ensure the team stays up to date with new and relevant technologies
The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.
Apply today
Imane Ghaffor
Recruitment Consultant
