Job Description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time Salary: DOE
Location: Birmingham Start Date: Immediate/ASAP
A well-established building services consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team. The company delivers high-quality mechanical, electrical and environmental design solutions across a wide range of projects, including commercial, residential, healthcare, industrial, retail and mixed-use developments.
The successful candidate will play a key role within a multi-disciplinary team, providing technical leadership, design expertise, and project support from concept through to completion.
Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver detailed mechanical designs across a variety of building types.
• Prepare drawings, technical reports and specifications to a high standard.
• Liaise directly with clients, design teams and contractors on technical matters.
• Manage project coordination, supplier engagement and contractor monitoring.
• Promote and integrate sustainable design principles within all projects.
• Utilise relevant design software and tools to deliver accurate and efficient designs.
• Maintain a strong understanding of British Standards, Building Regulations and industry best practices.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree or relevant qualification in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering.
• Proven experience in mechanical design within building services.
• Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to deadlines.
• Experience using design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and TAS (advantageous).
• Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement.

Desirable:

• Chartered or working towards membership with CIBSE or similar professional body.
• Knowledge of sustainable and low-carbon design principles.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits: This business offers a supportive, progressive environment focused on professional growth and wellbeing. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave, including paid Christmas shutdown.
• Professional training and qualification support.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Life assurance and employee assistance programme.
• Volunteering days and community engagement opportunities.
• Cycle-to-work and EV salary sacrifice schemes.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in their career and work on a diverse portfolio of sustainable, high-quality building projects.

Skills Required