Principal Mechanical Design Engineer – Low-Carbon Energy

Code Resources LTD; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based energy consultancy is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to provide technical leadership on low-carbon energy projects. This role involves managing complex mechanical designs across heating and energy systems, ensuring compliance and quality throughout project stages. Candidates should have extensive mechanical design experience and a strong technical background in systems such as CHP and HVAC. The position offers a competitive salary package along with various benefits including a contributory pension scheme and 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary, dependent on experience (GBP60–80k)

Car Allowance (TBC)

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional holiday entitlement based on service

Option to buy or sell annual leave

Wellbeing and gym benefits

EV charging facilities

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services is required.
• Extensive experience in mechanical design within low-carbon energy sector is essential.
• Strong systems knowledge in CHP, heating networks, and HVAC technologies is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on energy and heating projects.
• Oversee design calculations and equipment selection.
• Manage cost, risk, and technical compliance in designs.
• Lead HAZOP studies and risk assessments.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Technical expertise in systems like CHP and HVAC

AutoCAD proficiency

Driving license

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Job description

A leading UK-based energy consultancy is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to provide technical leadership on low-carbon energy projects. This role involves managing complex mechanical designs across heating and energy systems, ensuring compliance and quality throughout project stages. Candidates should have extensive mechanical design experience and a strong technical background in systems such as CHP and HVAC. The position offers a competitive salary package along with various benefits including a contributory pension scheme and 25 days annual leave.