Senior Design Engineer - Building Services

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Gravesend; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Building Services consultancy in Gravesend is looking for a Senior Mechanical or Electrical Design Engineer. This role offers hybrid working and involves leading design delivery on projects while mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit in compliance with UK building regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical or electrical design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Understanding of UK building regulations and British Standards.

Responsibilities

• Produce and check design schematics and layouts.
• Coordinate drawings and ensure compliance with standards.
• Lead client meetings and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Technical Communication

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Senior Mechanical/Electrical Design Engineer - Building Services
Gravesend , Kent (Hybrid working available)
£50,000 - £63,000 per annum + Benefits
Permanent

Are you an experienced M&E Design Engineer looking for hybrid flexibility, project variety, and real progression opportunities?

We're working with a leading Building Services consultancy in Ashford who are seeking a Senior Mechanical or Electrical Design Engineer to lead design delivery on a range of commercial and residential developments.

You'll be responsible for producing and reviewing detailed schematics, layouts, and calculations using AutoCAD and Revit, while ensuring all work complies with UK building regulations, CDM guidelines, and internal quality standards.
The role will involve working closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams, supporting project delivery and mentoring junior engineers.

If this feel like you, then we want to hear from you.

The Role

• Produce and check design schematics, layouts and engineering calculations across multiple projects.
• Coordinate drawings using Revit/AutoCAD and liaise with other disciplines to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Lead client meetings, respond to technical queries (RFIs, Tech Subs), and support junior engineers with training and mentoring.

The Person

• Strong background in either mechanical or electrical design within a building services or consultancy environment.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit with a sound understanding of UK building regulations and British Standards.
• Confident communicator with the ability to manage deadlines, solve technical issues,

Reference Number: BBBH258747

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Ed Douglass at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.