Senior Mechanical Enigneer in Manchester

Atelier Ten is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer. We’re looking for a proactive, self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal skills who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. You’ll balance multiple deadlines, work well independently, and collaborate effectively across all levels of the team. You’ll contribute specialist expertise to support other teams and ensure high-quality, timely project delivery in line with industry benchmarks and internal standards. You’ll also mentor and coordinate junior staff, providing clear frameworks, setting standards, and ensuring cohesive delivery across the team.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and support mechanical design development through RIBA Stages 2, 3, and 4, ensuring alignment with client requirements and adherence to industry standards.
• Coordinate mechanical systems design with electrical, plumbing, and structural disciplines to deliver fully integrated MEP solutions.
• Manage and resolve design coordination issues by collaborating with internal teams, external consultants, and contractors.
• Attend and lead external meetings with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary design teams to ensure smooth communication and project delivery.
• Provide technical guidance, support, and mentorship to junior engineers and other project team members.
• Ensure all design documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted in accordance with project timelines and deliverables.
• Support clash detection and resolution processes during design coordination phases to prevent conflicts and ensure seamless integration.
• Adapt quickly to changing project priorities and manage workloads efficiently across multiple concurrent projects.
• Attend site visits and meetings with clients, architects, and contractors.

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively working towards chartership.
• 5–7 years of experience in mechanical design engineering within building services or similar sectors.
• Experience with Stage 3 & 4 design or equivalent detailed design phases.
• Solid understanding of UK building regulations and industry standards.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical building services systems.
• Proven experience in MEP or multidisciplinary coordination, including clash detection and BIM processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and manage external stakeholder meetings.
• Skilled in managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines with flexibility and professionalism.
• Proficient in design software such as Revit MEP and AutoCAD, as well as Microsoft Office applications.
• Experienced in using NBS for specification writing and updates.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support, please contact our recruitment team.