Contract Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role focuses on Stage 4 Detailed Design for contractor-led projects across multiple sectors including education, commercial, residential, and industrial. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and proven experience delivering mechanical designs, alongside strong communication skills and proficiency in industry-standard software.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering detailed mechanical designs at Stage 4
• Strong understanding of sector-specific requirements
• Proficiency in industry-standard software

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver Stage 4 Mechanical Design packages
• Collaborate with contractors and architects
• Prepare and review technical drawings and specifications

Skills

Building services

Communication

Coordination skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Hevacomp

IES

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Leeds

Type: Contract (Outside IR35)

Working: Hybrid

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in Leeds, with a primary focus on Stage 4 Detailed Design for contractor-led projects. This role involves working on a range of exciting and technically challenging developments across multiple sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead and deliver Stage 4 Mechanical Design packages in line with project specifications and timelines

* Collaborate closely with contractors, architects, and other design team members

* Prepare and review technical drawings, specifications, and reports

* Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and client requirements

* Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers where needed

Sectors Covered:

Education – Schools and Colleges

Commercial – Office developments and fit-outs

Residential – Multi-unit apartment blocks (typically 50 to 500 units)

Blue Light – Police stations and related facilities

Industrial – Distribution centres, warehousing, and logistics

Requirements:

* Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

* Proven experience delivering detailed mechanical designs at Stage 4

* Strong understanding of building services and sector-specific requirements

* Proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Hevacomp, IES)

* Excellent communication and coordination skills

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team working on high-profile projects. If you are a detail-oriented engineer with a passion for building services design, we would love to hear from you