Senior Engineering Lab Manager | Liquid Cooling | Data Centres | London

Senior Engineering Lab Manager | Liquid Cooling | Data Centres | London

Our client, a global leader in critical digital infrastructure solutions, is seeking a Senior Engineering Lab Manager, to drive their liquid cooling product development initiatives.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of liquid cooling technology and ensure their products not only meet, but exceed, industry standards.

They are an organisation dedicated to delivering state-of-the-art products for data centres and other critical infrastructure environments.

With a mission to shape the future of liquid cooling technology, they foster a culture of collaboration and innovation, encouraging employees to stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies.

The company values teamwork and provides opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that their teams are equipped with the resources and training needed to excel in their roles.

As the Senior Engineering Lab Manager, you will:

• Lead validation projects for cutting-edge liquid cooling solutions in a fast-paced, innovative environment
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including professional growth opportunities
• Collaborate with a global leader at the forefront of data centre and critical infrastructure solutions
• Access advanced resources and training to stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies

This permanent Senior Engineering Lab Manager role is based in the London Area.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of state-of-the-art liquid cooling labs, ensuring all systems and equipment are functioning at optimal levels
• Develop and maintain lab policies, safety protocols, and best practices to ensure efficient and secure operations
• Manage and mentor a team of engineers, technicians, and specialists, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation
• Lead validation projects for liquid cooling solutions, including performance testing, reliability analysis, and scalability studies
• Collaborate with product development teams to define and implement appropriate validation methods that align with design specifications and customer needs
• Evaluate the performance of systems produced using liquid cooling technology, ensuring they meet efficiency, reliability, and quality standards
• Analyse testing data, prepare detailed performance reports, and provide actionable insights for product refinement
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and market demands to ensure our labs remain at the forefront of liquid cooling innovation
• Identify opportunities to optimize lab capabilities, testing methodologies, and performance benchmarks
• Represent the organization in technical discussions, conferences, and customer presentations as a subject matter expert in liquid cooling technologies

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in a product validation or testing environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Strong expertise in thermal management, liquid cooling technologies, and heat transfer systems
• Proven experience in designing and implementing validation methods and performance testing frameworks
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams
• Experience with data centre environments or critical infrastructure solutions is a strong plus

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Professional growth opportunities and access to advanced resources and training
• Opportunity to lead cutting-edge product validation initiatives in a fast-paced, innovative environment
• Chance to work with a global leader at the forefront of data centre and critical infrastructure solutions

You'll be immersed in a collaborative and innovative culture that values teamwork and encourages staying ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies.

If you are interested in this Senior Engineering Lab Manager role, please apply to this with an updated CV and a cover letter explaining why you feel you would be an ideal fit for the role, or email it to csmith@firstpointgroup.com