At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead mechanical design projects from concept to completion, ensuring sustainability and low-carbon solutions.
- Company: Join a top building services consultancy known for innovative engineering solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, generous holiday allowance, and professional development support.
- Other info: Engage in exciting, sustainability-focused projects with excellent team-building opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable projects while advancing your career in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering and experience in design software.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 £ per year.
You'll be joining a well‐established building services consultancy known for delivering high‐quality, sustainable and low‐carbon engineering solutions. Their West Midlands team supports a broad mix of projects, including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, industrial and public sector developments. The business values collaboration, technical excellence and professional growth, creating an environment where senior engineers can make a real impact while continuing to progress their own careers.
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering robust mechanical design solutions from early concept through to project completion. You'll take responsibility for leading design elements, supporting the coordination of multidisciplinary teams and representing the consultancy in both client and contractor meetings, contributing to project strategy; and ensuring designs meet sustainability and low‐carbon objectives. You'll also attend site visits to review installation progress and help maintain high technical standards across the team.
What you'll need to succeed:
- A degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering
- A strong track record delivering mechanical design in a building services environment
- Proficiency in relevant design software such as Revit, Amtech, Relux/Dialux and Microsoft Office
- Solid understanding of British Standards, Building Regulations and industry best practice
- Experience incorporating renewable, low‐carbon and energy‐efficient solutions
- Awareness of BREEAM and sustainable design principles
- Knowledge of electrical interfaces for multidisciplinary coordination
- Professional membership (e.g., CIBSE or IMechE) or commitment to progression
- Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with clients and project partners
What you'll get in return:
- A salary between 50,000 and 65,000, dependent on experience
- Clear progression routes and strong support for CPD and Chartership
- Agile and flexible working arrangements
- A generous holiday allowance with the option to buy or sell additional days
- Enhanced family‐friendly and sickness benefits
- Involvement in technically challenging, sustainability‐focused project work
- Additional benefits including cycle‐to‐work, EV schemes, referral bonuses, eye care support and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Regular team‐building opportunities with dedicated allowances
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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