Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Building Services

📍 Birmingham (Hybrid Working)
💼 Full-Time
💰 Competitive Salary + Benefits

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About the Role

A nationally respected multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong presence across the UK is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their Birmingham office.
Known for delivering innovative, sustainable building services solutions, this role offers the chance to lead complex mechanical designs on high-profile projects across healthcare, education, commercial, and infrastructure sectors.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for a variety of projects including HVAC systems, heating, cooling, ventilation, and domestic water services
• Prepare detailed calculations, specifications, reports, and design drawings
• Manage project deliverables from concept through to construction and commissioning phases
• Coordinate and collaborate with electrical, sustainability, and other engineering disciplines to deliver fully integrated MEP solutions
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff
• Engage directly with clients, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to provide expert advice and ensure design quality
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK building regulations, industry standards, and emerging technologies
• Contribute to business development activities and help strengthen client relationships
• Promote sustainability and low-carbon solutions within mechanical design projects

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Candidate Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (BEng, MEng or equivalent)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartership (IMechE or CIBSE)
• Minimum 6+ years’ experience in mechanical building services design within a consultancy environment
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, CIBSE guides, and sustainability standards
• Proven experience in HVAC, chilled water, heating, ventilation, and controls design
• Proficient with mechanical design software such as Hevacomp, IES, AutoCAD, Revit, or similar tools
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and lead technical discussions

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Why Join?

• Work with a leading UK engineering consultancy known for its technical excellence and client-focused approach
• Opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile projects across multiple sectors
• Supportive and collaborative working environment with hybrid and flexible working options
• Comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, pension scheme, private healthcare, and professional development support
• Clear career progression pathways and opportunity to grow into leadership roles

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Ready to take the next step in your mechanical design career with a leading consultancy?
Apply now to join a technically strong, sustainability-driven team in Birmingham.