Senior Mechanical Engineer Building Services Design

?? Senior Mechanical Engineer??Location: London (Hybrid)
??Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 + Benefits
??Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Your new company

Lead the future of sustainable building services design. A leading UK-based consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of complex mechanical design projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and shape the future of sustainable construction.

Your new role

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll lead mechanical design across multiple projects, acting as the primary liaison with external design teams. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality design packages, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring seamless coordination across disciplines.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical engineering design and coordination on multiple projects.
• Produce design packages including drawings, specifications, and technical schedules.
• Conduct thermal load calculations, dynamic modelling, and carbon emissions' analysis.
• Liaise with contractors, manufacturers, and utility providers.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, British Standards, and CIBSE guidelines.
• Attend site visits and client meetings to ensure design intent is met.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.

What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum 4 years' experience in mechanical/building services engineering.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, IES, and ideally Revit/BIM tools.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and sustainability in design.
• Familiarity with CDM regulations and environmental design principles.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Working towards chartership with CIBSE or IMechE.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid working model.
• Opportunities for professional development and chartership support.
• A collaborative, values-driven team environment.
• Involvement in high-profile, sustainable design projects.

What you need to do now

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