Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Code Resources LTD; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design for low-carbon energy projects. This role involves managing design packages, producing detailed drawings, and engaging with project teams. Candidates should have strong design experience in HVAC and renewable technologies. The package includes a competitive salary of £45,000 to £65,000 and additional benefits such as a contributory pension scheme and annual leave options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Wellbeing and gym benefits

EV charging facilities

Qualifications

• Strong design background in low-carbon energy and HVAC systems.
• Experience managing mechanical design packages across projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design activities for energy projects.
• Produce and review drawings and schematics.
• Manage cost considerations and design risks.

Skills

Strong design experience in Building Services, CHP, boilers, HVAC

Proven experience producing detailed mechanical designs

Competent in AutoCAD

Full UK manual driving licence

Education

HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Blackburn or Glasgow

About Our Client

Our client is a leading UK-based energy and engineering consultancy specialising in the design and delivery of low-carbon energy infrastructure. They work across both the public and private sectors, supporting hospitals, universities, residential developments, commercial buildings and large-scale urban projects to decarbonise heat and power systems. Their work plays a key role in supporting the UK’s Net Zero ambitions through innovative, sustainable energy solutions. They are growing ay 20% YoY and have a team of 125 MEP Engineers across the UK.

The Role

Our client is looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in the technical delivery of low-carbon energy projects. This position suits an experienced engineer who can take ownership of design packages and contribute to technical decision-making across multiple projects.

You will lead mechanical design activities across district heating networks, energy centres, trigeneration systems and heat pump solutions, working from concept through to detailed design. The role involves regular engagement with project teams, clients and site activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading mechanical design activities for distributed energy and district heating projects
• Interpreting, appraising and documenting client requirements
• Undertaking detailed calculations, equipment selection and process design
• Producing and reviewing schematics and detailed drawings
• Managing cost considerations within the design process
• Identifying and resolving design risks and technical issues
• Ensuring CDM compliance and adherence to internal procedures
• Carrying out HAZOP studies and risk assessments
• Supporting mechanical specifications for tendering works

What You’ll Need

• HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services or similar (degree preferred)
• Strong design experience in one or more of the following: Building Services, CHP, boilers / heating, HVAC, steam, air handling, cooling or renewable technologies
• Proven experience producing detailed mechanical designs
• Competent in AutoCAD
• Full UK manual driving licence

The Package

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience (£45-65k)
• Car Allowance (TBC)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance (death-in-service)
• Employee Assistance Programme25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement linked to length of service
• Option to buy or sell annual leave
• Access to wellbeing and gym benefits
• EV charging facilities where available