Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

The Opportunity

A well-established and progressive building services consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support continued growth across its Midlands and West Midlands teams. This is a technically driven, client-facing role where you will take ownership of mechanical MEP design delivery across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will work on sustainability-led developments, contributing to innovative, low-carbon solutions across sectors including healthcare, education, residential, commercial, and industrial.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of mechanical building services design on a range of projects
• Act as Project Leader on selected schemes, ensuring quality, programme, and budget targets are met
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams on complex developments
• Attend client meetings and deliver technical presentations
• Mentor and support junior engineers within the team
• Produce and review design calculations, technical specifications, and drawings
• Ensure compliance with UK regulations, British Standards, and industry best practice
• Contribute to improving technical standards and engineering quality within the team
• Build strong client relationships to support repeat business opportunities

About You

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering / Building Services Engineering (or HNC/HND with relevant experience)
• Working towards or holding Chartered status (CIBSE / IET)
• Minimum 3 years' experience in mechanical building services design
• Proficient in software such as Revit, Amtech, Dialux/Relux, and Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, heating/cooling design, and mechanical infrastructure
• Knowledge of renewable technologies and low-carbon design principles
• Understanding of BREEAM and sustainable building design
• Familiarity with HTMs (desirable)
• Awareness of electrical systems to support multidisciplinary coordination
• Strong communication skills with experience in client-facing environments
• Ability to manage workload independently and deliver to tight deadlines

Why Apply?

• Work on high-impact, sustainability-focused projects
• Join a collaborative and people-focused engineering consultancy
• Clear progression pathway with support toward Chartership
• Exposure to a wide variety of sectors and technically challenging work
• Flexible, agile working model

Benefits

• Competitive salary and enhanced family-friendly policies
• Generous annual leave buy/sell scheme
• Agile / hybrid working
• Cycle to work & electric vehicle schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Eye care vouchers
• Team-building and social events
• Referral bonus scheme

If you are a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to step into a senior role with greater responsibility, autonomy, and project exposure, we would be keen to hear from you.