Principal Mechanical Engineer

Lusona Consultancy; Inverness; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

EV Car Scheme

Simply Health Cash Plan

1 day per year off for charitable acts

UK/Europe travel for one week per year

Job summary

Lusona Consultancy in Inverness is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the mechanical design of building services projects from concept to completion. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, focus on programme delivery, and maintain client relationships while ensuring technical quality and profitability.

The role offers progression, exposure to sustainable technology, and opportunities to travel within the UK.

Qualifications

• Degree in Building Services Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in mechanical design within building services.
• Chartered or close to achieving chartership (CIBSE or IMechE).
• Experience leading projects and client-facing teams.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Hevacomp, IESVE.
• Strong understanding of UK building regulations and CIBSE/BS standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership and coordination skills.
• Salary up to £65,000 per annum.
• 33 days annual leave and benefits such as EV car scheme and health plan.
• Option to work away from the office 1 week per year within UK/Europe.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and delivery of building services projects from concept through to completion.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams.
• Take responsibility for programme delivery, technical quality and project profitability.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as a key point of contact.
• Undertake detailed mechanical design calculations and technical reviews.
• Guide and mentor junior and intermediate engineers.
• Support business development, fee proposals and tender submissions.
• Ensure designs comply with current legislation, industry standards and sustainability targets.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Project management

Communication

Education

Building Services or Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Hevacomp

IESVE

Job description

Job Title: Principal Mechanical Engineer

Job Location: Inverness

Job Type: Permanent

Annual Salary: Up to £65,000 + Package

Client Overview

Our client is an award‑winning, multi‑disciplinary building services consultancy known for delivering innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors, including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and complex refurbishment projects. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and a collaborative, people‑focused culture, they provide graduates with the perfect environment to learn, grow, and develop into well‑rounded building services professionals.

Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join a dynamic Building Services team. Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the mechanical design and delivery of building services projects from concept through to completion.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams.
• Take responsibility for programme delivery, technical quality and project profitability.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and act as a key point of contact throughout project lifecycles.
• Undertake detailed mechanical design calculations and technical reviews.
• Guide and mentor junior and intermediate engineers.
• Support business development activities, fee proposals and tender submissions.
• Ensure designs comply with current legislation, industry standards and sustainability targets.

This role offers genuine opportunities for progression, increased project ownership, and involvement in sustainable technology integration.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A degree in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in mechanical design within building services,
• Chartered or close to achieving chartership through CIBSE or IMechE.
• Experience leading projects and client-facing teams.
• Proficiency with industry standard software: AutoCAD, Revit, Hevacomp, IESVE, etc.
• Strong understanding of UK building regulations and CIBSE/BS standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills.
• Salary up to £65,000 per annum
• 33 days annual leave
• EV Car Scheme
• Simply Health Cash Plan
• 1 day per year off for charitable works
• Option to work away from your office 1 week of the year in another location in UK or Europe
• Professional development and training opportunities