Posted September 17, 2026 · Closes September 17, 2027
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Job Description
The company is a specialist mission-critical cooling business with more than 20 years of experience in the sector. With around 80% of its revenue coming from the data-centre market, it delivers complex cooling and HVAC installation projects across critical environments.
The business places a strong focus on engineering quality, health and safety, and professional development. Its safety record includes seven consecutive RoSPA Gold Medals, reflecting its commitment to maintaining high standards across its projects.
Role Overview
As a Mission Critical Installation Engineer, the successful candidate will work primarily on installation projects within live critical environments, including data centres and other mission-critical facilities.
The role focuses on the installation and commissioning of CRAC units, VRV/VRF systems, refrigerant pipework, and major chiller projects. Around 90% of the work takes place in live critical environments, requiring engineers to be comfortable working under CDM regulations, permits, RAMS, and established site procedures.
The position is suited to an experienced installation engineer who has built substantial experience in CRAC and/or VRV/VRF systems and is looking to progress toward a supervisory position.
Key Responsibilities as Mission Critical Installation Engineer
- Install CRAC units and other critical cooling equipment
- Install and work on VRV/VRF systems
- Install, route, and braze refrigerant pipework
- Commission equipment in accordance with manufacturer standards
- Work safely within live critical environments
- Follow CDM requirements, permits, RAMS, and site procedures
- Work from technical drawings and project specifications
- Support major chiller installation and replacement projects
- Complete engineering work independently while working alongside project teams
- Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and workmanship
- Work closely with project management to deliver installation programmes
Salary & Working Pattern
- £58,000–£63,000 basic salary, depending on experience
- Monday to Friday, 50-hour working week
- Door-to-door travel paid when working late from home
- Permanent position
- London and South East coverage
- No call-out obligation
Career Progression
The company provides a clear development route for the successful engineer. The long-term intention is to develop the right individual into a Project Supervisor role.
This progression would involve taking on additional CDM responsibilities and overseeing subcontractors. The Project Supervisor position currently carries a salary of approximately £65,000.
Engineers who demonstrate the required capability during their first six months can progress toward this opportunity as their experience and responsibilities develop.
Start Your Career as a Mission Critical Installation Engineer
This is an opportunity for an experienced installation engineer to work on complex mission-critical cooling projects across London and the South East. The role combines specialist engineering work, major data-centre projects, manufacturer training, and a defined route toward project supervision.
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Candidates with strong CRAC and/or VRV/VRF installation experience, F-Gas Category 1 certification, and experience working in live critical environments are encouraged to apply for the Mission Critical Installation Engineer position.
Requirements
- Strong previous experience in mission-critical installation environments Genuine installation experience with CRAC and/or VRV/VRF systems A background focused on installation rather than predominantly service work F-Gas Category 1 certification Relevant City & Guilds or NVQ qualification Experience working with refrigerant pipework and brazing Ability to work confidently from technical drawings Good understanding of CDM-regulated projects Experience working with permits to work (PTW) and RAMS Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards
Benefits
- High-specification company van for personal use Fuel card 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays Additional holiday day after 5 years of service Private medical insurance after probation Annual OEM and manufacturer training Company-provided phone and tablet Opportunities for professional development and progression
You will be taken to the employer's own website to complete your application.
