Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Carrington West; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead a new office in Birmingham. This exciting role offers the chance to shape a regional presence while working on innovative, low-energy design projects. You'll collaborate closely with sustainability experts and mentor junior engineers, making a real impact in the field. With a focus on technical excellence and a supportive culture, this position provides clear opportunities for leadership and professional development. If you're passionate about sustainable building design and ready to take on a new challenge, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Collaborative Work Environment

Supportive Culture

Exciting Projects

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services.
• Strong mechanical design experience in a consultancy environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design from concept to completion across various sectors.
• Deliver detailed, high-quality HVAC and building services designs.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Sustainability Focus

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered or working towards chartership (CIBSE)

Tools

Revit

IES

AutoCAD

Job description

Are you ready to take a leading role in building a new future for low–energy design as a Senior Mechanical Engineer?

Our client is expanding into Birmingham and is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their newly established team. This is your chance to play a key role in launching a brand–new office for a respected, design–led Building Services consultancy with a strong reputation for innovative, sustainable engineering solutions.

Why Join This Team?

This isn't just a new role–it's a rare opportunity to shape a new regional presence from day one. You'll be joining a company known for its technical excellence, commitment to sustainability, and collaborative culture. With a proven track record across commercial, healthcare, education, and high–end residential sectors, you'll work on complex and rewarding projects that make a real impact.
As part of the Birmingham leadership team, you'll have both the autonomy to shape your work and the backing of a well–established, forward–thinking consultancy.

You'll benefit from:

A senior position in a newly launched Birmingham office
Exciting, high–profile projects with a low–energy, sustainability focus
A supportive, people–first culture that values innovation and balance
Close collaboration with in–house sustainability and digital engineering experts
Clear opportunities for leadership and professional development

Key Responsibilities:

Lead mechanical design from concept to completion across various sectors
Deliver detailed, high–quality HVAC and building services designs using Revit, IES, and other tools
Liaise with architects, clients, and other stakeholders to deliver coordinated design solutions
Drive sustainability and energy efficiency through design
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and best practice standards
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the technical development of the Birmingham office
Represent the consultancy in client and design team meetings

What They're Looking For:

Degree–qualified in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services
Chartered or working towards chartership (CIBSE or equivalent)
Strong mechanical design experience in a consultancy environment
Proficient in Revit, IES, AutoCAD, and related design software
Confident communicator with strong collaboration and leadership skills
A passion for sustainable, low–energy building design
Ambition to contribute to and grow a new regional team

Apply Now:

Contact Charlie Weeks at (url removed) or call (phone number removed).