Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients growing team. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-level mechanical engineering expertise across a range of projects within the built environment, with a particular focus on the Healthcare and Education sectors.

You will play a key role in both design and project delivery, ensuring technical excellence while managing projects from concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

* Deliver projects to a high technical standard, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget

* Contribute to and lead the mechanical design of building services systems, particularly where advanced technical input is required

* Support the team leader in developing practical, cost-effective engineering solutions

* Engage with clients to define project briefs, requirements, and budgets

* Prepare detailed specifications, calculations, and technical drawings in line with client needs

* Review tender submissions and provide recommendations through detailed tender reports

* Manage site activities from initial mobilisation through to project completion

* Monitor installation works to ensure compliance with specifications and agree final contractor accounts

* Conduct condition surveys and produce detailed inspection reports

* Produce high-quality technical reports, presentations, and tender documentation

* Develop energy strategies, incorporating sustainable and low-carbon design solutions

* Utilise industry-standard software including IES, AutoCAD, and Revit

* Design and coordinate mechanical systems, including plantroom layouts, pipework, and ductwork distribution

* Undertake site visits, surveys, and witness testing and commissioning of systems

* Support financial performance through accurate monthly fee invoicing and achieving agreed targets

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

* Degree or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline

* Membership of CIBSE, the Energy Institute, or an equivalent professional body (preferred)

* Chartered Engineer status, or working towards chartership

* Demonstrated ability to deliver projects to deadlines and budget constraints

* Strong working knowledge of IES mechanical design software

* Proficiency in AutoCAD, with Revit experience desirable

* Good understanding of relevant legislation, building regulations, CIBSE guides, and industry best practices

* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle