Mechanical/Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Berkhamsted or Birmingham | Hybrid Working

• Salary: £40000 - £55000 per annum
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - West Midlands
• Town/City: Birmingham, West Midlands
• Posted: 27/07/2026
• Reference: BBBH5284_1785144341

I'm currently working with a well-established, privately owned engineering consultancy that is looking to appoint a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing Building Services team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the residential, commercial, education, industrial, cultural and regeneration sectors, delivering innovative and sustainable mechanical building services solutions from concept through to completion.

The business has built a strong reputation for delivering complex developments across the UK and offers a collaborative environment where engineers are trusted to take ownership of their work, contribute new ideas and develop their careers.

The Role

Responsibilities

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering mechanical building services designs across a range of exciting projects. Responsibilities will include:

• Designing HVAC, mechanical and public health systems, including calculations, specifications and technical drawings.
• Producing drawings using AutoCAD (Revit experience is advantageous).
• Carrying out energy modelling using IES software, including Part L compliance, overheating analysis, TM54, BREEAM HEA04 and Net Zero Carbon assessments where applicable.
• Completing SAP calculations and producing domestic EPCs.
• Supporting projects through all design stages, from concept to detailed design and technical coordination.
• Undertaking site surveys and preparing reports on existing mechanical installations.
• Assisting with contract administration during construction.
• Carrying out witnessing and commissioning activities during project handover.
• Liaising with clients, architects, contractors and wider design teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

What's on Offer?

• Hybrid and flexible working.
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing consultancy.
• Exposure to a varied and prestigious project portfolio.
• A supportive, collaborative working culture where your ideas are valued.
• The opportunity to broaden your experience across multiple sectors and disciplines.
• A business that encourages innovation, autonomy and professional development.

About You

To be considered, you'll ideally have:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong mechanical design experience within the Building Services sector.
• Experience using AutoCAD, with Revit knowledge being beneficial.
• IES modelling experience (desirable).
• Chartered status or be working towards Chartership.
• A full UK driving licence.

If you're looking to join a forward-thinking consultancy where you'll have genuine autonomy, exciting projects and a clear path for progression, I'd be keen to speak with you.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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