Associate Director – Mechanical Engineering

Rimkus; London; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering consultancy in London seeks an experienced professional to investigate MEP failures and conduct forensic engineering reviews. The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chartered status, and over 15 years in design consultancy or MEP contracting. Join a dynamic culture offering remote working and global travel opportunities while working on high-profile international disputes and receiving mentorship from industry experts.

Benefits

Mentorship from industry experts

Continuous professional development

Flexible remote working with global travel opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in design consultancy or MEP contracting.
• Strong understanding of building services lifecycle from design to commissioning.
• Demonstrated ability to manage technical problems through solid analysis.

Responsibilities

• Investigate MEP failures and workmanship deficiencies.
• Conduct forensic reviews and prepare technical reports.
• Interface with legal teams and stakeholders during disputes.

Skills

Technical problem management

Research and analysis

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Technical writing

Understanding of building services lifecycle

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Chartered Engineer status

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate and analyse MEP failures, design and workmanship deficiencies, and system underperformance on construction projects.
• Conduct forensic engineering reviews, root cause analysis, and technical audits for disputes and claims.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports for legal proceedings.
• Interface with legal teams, clients, and other stakeholders during investigations and dispute resolution processes.
• Support business development efforts by leveraging technical credibility and industry relationships.
• Stay current with building codes, engineering standards, and relevant case law relating to building performance and construction disputes.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered Engineer status (IMechE, CIBSE, IET or equivalent)
• 15+ years of experience with a design consultancy or MEP contractor.
• Strong understanding of the full lifecycle of building services: from concept design through to commissioning and handover.
• Demonstrated ability to manage technical problems through research, analysis, and reporting.
• Proven record of collaborating with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable Attributes

• Enrolment or interest in postgraduate study in Construction Law, Dispute Resolution, or similar.
• Familiarity with JCT, NEC, or FIDIC contract mechanisms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an aptitude for technical writing.
• Experience conducting technical audits, condition surveys, or dilapidation assessments of building services systems.
• Familiarity with assessing MEP installation quality against design intent, statutory requirements, and industry best practice.

Why Join Us

• Be mentored by industry leading experts in engineering and construction law.
• Work on high profile international disputes and expert witness appointments.
• Access to continuous professional development and advanced legal/technical training.
• Enjoy the flexibility of remote working with opportunities for global travel.
• Join a culture that values integrity, accountability, commitment, and teamwork.