Mechanical Design Engineer

Mercury Hampton Ltd; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in South Yorkshire seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer or Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to deliver complex engineering solutions. This role involves designing mechanical building services, utilizing tools like Revit, and ensuring compliance with UK regulations. The ideal candidate is motivated and collaborative, with opportunities for career progression and a supportive work culture emphasizing work-life balance. The company offers hybrid working and several benefits, including GP access and gym membership.

Benefits

24/7 GP access

Gym membership scheme

Pension

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical building services design experience.
• Strong understanding of UK building regulations, British Standards & CIBSE guidance.
• Experience with Revit and similar design tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver detailed mechanical building services design.
• Produce design models using Revit and BIM.
• Develop calculations for HVAC and heating/cooling loads.

Skills

Mechanical building services design experience

Understanding of UK building regulations

Proficiency in Revit

Team collaboration

Motivated and proactive attitude

Education

Degree or apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

HEVACOMP / HAP

TAS

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Sheffield

Full-Time | Permanent

Mercury Hampton are recruiting on behalf of a highly respected, multidisciplinary consultancy who have recently entered an exciting growth phase following major project wins across the UK. They specialise in delivering complex engineering solutions within Advanced Manufacturing, Government, Healthcare, Education, Infrastructure, and Utilities.

Due to sustained growth across the Building Services division, we are looking to speak with talented Mechanical Design Engineers and Senior Mechanical Design Engineers who are passionate about technical delivery and real progression opportunities.

The Opportunity

This is a rare chance to join a strong and supportive engineering team working on a mix of projects — from multiple smaller schemes to large, flagship high-value programmes.

You’ll be working alongside Principals and Technical Directors, contributing at detailed design level and helping shape technical excellence within the business.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering Stage 4/5 RIBA Plan of Work detailed mechanical building services design
• Producing detailed design models using Revit / BIM
• Developing calculations across HVAC, heating/cooling loads, pipework & ductwork sizing
• Supporting multidisciplinary coordination and problem‑solving with architectural & structural teams
• Contributing to concept development through to construction‑level design
• Opportunity to lead packages independently and provide guidance to junior engineers

What We’re Looking For

• Proven mechanical building services design experience (degree or apprenticeship route considered)
• Strong understanding of UK building regulations, British Standards & CIBSE guidance
• Experience with Revit, HEVACOMP / HAP, TAS or similar design / calculation tools
• Able to work as part of a collaborative team and hit the ground running
• Motivated, proactive and passionate about delivering quality engineering solutions

Why Join?

• Hybrid working – typically 3-4 days office‑based to support collaboration
• Genuine career progression with structured development pathways into Senior, Principal & Chartered status
• Excellent culture – people‑first, supportive leadership, strong engineering reputation
• Benefits include 24/7 GP access, gym membership scheme, pension, flexible working, and more

Interested?

Apply today or reach out directly for more information