We’re Hiring: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Suffolk

Job Description Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services (Public Sector) Location: Ipswich (Hybrid Working) \n Salary: £60,000 per annum \n Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the delivery of high-quality building services design across a diverse public-sector estate. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on technical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and delivering sustainable, compliant, and cost-effective mechanical solutions.You will play a key role in shaping mechanical engineering strategy across capital projects, refurbishments, and ongoing estate improvements, ensuring buildings are safe, efficient, and FutureLearn. Key Responsibilities \n \n Lead the mechanical design process for building services projects, from concept through to detailed design and delivery. \n Produce high-quality mechanical designs including HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, domestic services, and associated systems. \n Oversee technical standards, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, CIBSE guidelines, and public-sector requirements. \n Manage and mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and quality assurance. \n Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical engineers, architects, project managers, and contractors. \n Conduct site surveys, feasibility studies, and condition assessments across a varied public-sector property portfolio. \n Prepare technical reports, specifications, schedules, and tender documentation. \n Support sustainability and decarbonisation initiatives, including low-carbon technologies and energy-efficient design. \n Engage with internal stakeholders, external consultants, and statutory bodies to ensure smooth project delivery. \n Contribute to long-term asset planning and mechanical engineering strategy for the estate. \n \n Skills