Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

HR GO Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for an office-based role in Kent. You will be responsible for designing and delivering mechanical building services, conducting site surveys, and producing technical drawings using CAD. The ideal candidate has a strong background in mechanical engineering, CAD proficiency, and project management experience. This role offers a supportive environment with clear career progression and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to modern tools and technologies

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical engineering within a building services environment.
• Strong user of CAD and associated engineering design tools.
• Demonstrable project management ability, including planning and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify mechanical building services systems for various projects.
• Carry out building surveys and site inspections.
• Produce accurate drawings and models using CAD.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

CAD and engineering design tools

Project management ability

Proactive problem-solving

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Organisational skills

Knowledge of MEP installation methods

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – OFFICE BASED

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a building services team in Kent on a full–time basis. You will play a key role in the design and delivery of mechanical building services, from early surveys through to detailed design and support during installation.

Key responsibilities:

• Design and specify mechanical building services systems for a range of projects.
• Carry out building surveys and site inspections to gather technical information.
• Produce accurate drawings and models using CAD and relevant engineering software.
• Contribute to and help coordinate research and development activities for new solutions and products.
• Work closely with colleagues across mechanical, electrical and other disciplines to ensure coordinated designs.
• Ensure all work aligns with current industry standards, regulations and best practice.

Skills and experience:

• Proven experience in mechanical engineering within a building services environment.
• Strong user of CAD and associated engineering design tools.
• Demonstrable project management ability, including planning, delivery and progress monitoring.
• Familiarity with R&D processes and a proactive, innovative approach to problem–solving.
• Strong analytical, organisational and technical skills.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative working style.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline, or actively working towards it.
• Knowledge of MEP installation methods and on–site practices.

About the employer:

The employer offers a supportive, team–focused environment where engineers are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute new ideas. You will have access to modern tools and technologies, involvement in forward–thinking R&D work, and clear opportunities for career progression and professional development.