Mechanical Engineer

LIFE AFTER SPORT; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in London is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer to lead large-scale projects and foster client relationships. This role requires proven experience in mechanical engineering, especially in complex building services and HVAC systems. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project profitability. The position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects in a dynamic environment, contributing to a culture of technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer delivering complex building services projects.
• Strong understanding of HVAC and wider mechanical systems.
• Confident communicator with experience working across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Acting as a key client‑facing representative and building strong relationships.
• Leading large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects and coordinating all engineering inputs.
• Managing and prioritising project workloads and reviewing work produced by others.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

HVAC systems

Revit

AutoCAD

Communication

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Associate Mechanical Engineer

London

Our client is looking for an Associate Mechanical Engineer to join our Central London office, the largest and most multi-disciplinary hub within the firm. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape high-profile projects across residential, commercial, healthcare, science & research and mission‑critical sectors, while contributing to the development of a high-performing, collaborative engineering team.

London is a vibrant centre for innovation, with a broad mix of major developments and technically demanding schemes. You’ll work closely with specialist engineering groups, gaining exposure to complex projects and playing a key part in strengthening client relationships and driving technical excellence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Acting as a key client‑facing representative, building strong relationships and identifying future opportunities
• Leading large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects and coordinating all engineering inputs
• Defining project briefs, taking ownership of delivery and ensuring profitability
• Supporting and developing local team members, contributing to ongoing skills growth and progression
• Managing and prioritising project workloads, delegating tasks and reviewing work produced by others
• Supporting bid preparation and promoting the wider capabilities of the business
• Monitoring expenditure, risk and resource needs, ensuring high-quality output across all stages

About You

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer delivering complex building services projects
• Strong understanding of HVAC and wider mechanical systems
• Skilled in design tools such as Revit and AutoCAD
• Confident communicator with experience working across multidisciplinary teams
• Able to mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a positive and collaborative culture
• Familiar with relevant British Standards and industry design guidance
• Experience in consultancy, with awareness of how complementary disciplines (acoustics, fire, modelling etc.) influence building design