Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

Carrington West; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Design Mechanical Engineer to deliver sustainable building design solutions. Located in Birmingham, this full-time role requires a degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering and proficiency in relevant design tools. Join a forward-thinking team focused on sustainability and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering or HNC/HND with design experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and design software.
• Knowledge of British and European Standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver design engineering across project stages.
• Liaise with design teams to understand client requirements.
• Implement sustainable design practices.

Skills

Design experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of British Standards

Team collaboration

Understanding of renewable technologies

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering

Tools

Revit

Amtech

Relux/Dialux

Job description

Overview

Are you a design-focused mechanical engineer eager to make buildings more sustainable through innovative service solutions?

Job Title: Design Mechanical Engineer
Location: Birmingham, UK
Type: Permanent, full-time (36.25 hours/week under an agile working model)

About the Team

You will join a forward-thinking, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy delivering mechanical, electrical, and low-carbon building services. The team spans the UK, Poland, and India—over 240 staff across 12 offices—and values sustainability, collaborative design, and employee wellbeing above all.

Why Join This Team?

• Make meaningful contributions to sustainable building design and low-carbon initiatives
• Engage on diverse, technically rich projects across healthcare, education, commercial, residential, industrial, pharmaceutical, zerocarbon, and public sectors
• Work in an agile, people-first culture that prioritises professional growth and wellbeing
• Join a team where each member matters and contributes real impact to success

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver design engineering across all project stages, contributing drawings, specifications, and calculations manually and via computer-assisted methods
• Liaise with design team members to understand client requirements and assist with selecting appropriate solutions, plant, and equipment
• Represent the team in project meetings and support site installations by ensuring compliance with designs
• Implement sustainable design practices, including low-zero carbon technologies (LZC)
• Monitor your own design work for quality, budget alignment, and delivery timelines
• Commit to continuous professional development and stay informed on emerging technologies and cross-disciplinary methods

What They\'re Looking For

• Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering—or HNC/HND with solid design experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Relux/Dialux, Amtech, and Revit
• Working knowledge of British and European Standards and Building Regulations; familiarity with HTMs is advantageous
• Professional membership with CIBSE or IET desirable
• Experience with renewable technologies and BREEAM sustainability frameworks
• Appreciation of electrical engineering to facilitate cross-disciplinary teamwork

We\'d love to hear from dynamic engineers ready to contribute toward greener building solutions.

Contact Jake Simmons by email (url removed) or by mobile (phone number removed)