Mechanical Design Manager

ASEE Group; Mullaghbawn; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ASEE Group is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Manager to lead its mechanical engineering function across projects. You will mentor teams, ensure safety and quality, and drive compliant designs from conception through installation.

In this senior role, you will manage resource planning, collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, and contribute to bids with technical input and risk assessment. Chartered status is desirable while strong leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering; Chartered status desirable.
• Proven experience leading mechanical teams on large projects.
• Knowledge of CAD, BIM and related design tools.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the mechanical engineering team, providing direction, mentorship, and performance management.
• Oversee mechanical design, calculations, and specifications to ensure compliance with client and regulatory requirements.
• Manage resource allocation, workload planning, and team development to meet project deadlines.
• Collaborate with project managers, electrical engineers, and site teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry codes, standards, and best practices.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, designs, and technical documents.
• Monitor and drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and standards.
• Provide technical expertise in resolving engineering challenges during design, installation, and commissioning.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and external stakeholders, acting as the senior mechanical engineering representative.
• Support bid and tender processes with technical input, cost estimation, and risk assessment.

Skills

Mechanical leadership

Team management

Project delivery

Regulatory compliance

CAD

BIM

Engineering calculations

Communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status desirable

Tools

CAD

BIM

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and driven Mechanical Design Manager to lead ASEE Group’s mechanical engineering function. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing mechanical design, project delivery, and engineering standards across all mechanical systems and installations. The Mechanical Engineer Manager will provide technical leadership, mentor engineering teams, and ensure all projects meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the mechanical engineering team, providing direction, mentorship, and performance management.
• Oversee mechanical design, calculations, and specifications to ensure compliance with client and regulatory requirements.
• Manage resource allocation, workload planning, and team development to meet project deadlines.
• Collaborate with project managers, electrical engineers, and site teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry codes, standards, and best practices.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, designs, and technical documents.
• Monitor and drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and standards.
• Provide technical expertise in resolving engineering challenges during design, installation, and commissioning.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and external stakeholders, acting as the senior mechanical engineering representative.
• Support bid and tender processes with technical input, cost estimation, and risk assessment.
• Leadership: Inspires and manages engineering teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering systems in construction and infrastructure.
• Analytical Thinking: Capable of solving complex engineering problems with innovative solutions.
• Communication: Confident and clear communicator with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Organisation: Skilled at managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful projects.
• Quality & Safety Focus: Champions compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Decision-Making: Makes sound engineering and managerial decisions under pressure.
• Commercial Awareness: Understands the financial impact of engineering decisions and supports cost control.
• Mentorship: Develops junior engineers through training, guidance, and performance feedback.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (Chartered Engineer status desirable).
• Proven experience in a senior mechanical engineering role, ideally within construction, M&E, or infrastructure.
• Strong track record of leading engineering teams and delivering large-scale mechanical projects.
• Knowledge of relevant industry codes, regulations, and standards.
• Experience in design, project management, and mechanical systems installation.
• Familiarity with CAD, BIM, and mechanical design software.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commercial and contractual awareness within engineering project delivery.
• Ability to work under pressure while ensuring safety and quality standards are maintained.
• Must already have unrestricted legal authorisation to work in the UK. Valid evidence of right to work will be required.