Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

THE PEOPLE GROUP LIMITED; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable multi-disciplinary consultancy in Essex seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical services design across various projects in education, healthcare, and commercial sectors. This role offers a competitive salary of up to GBP80,000 plus bonuses, hybrid working options, and a clear pathway for career advancement. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 6 years of mechanical design experience. Leadership and proficiency in CAD software are essential.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Ongoing CPD and support for chartership

Clear pathway to progression to Director level

Collaborative and supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years experience in mechanical design within building services.
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and relevant standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of mechanical services across multiple live projects.
• Produce technical designs and manage client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and deliver projects within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical Design

Client Relationship Management

Technical Reporting

Proficiency in CAD Software

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Chartered Engineer or working toward chartership

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Hevacomp

IES

Job description

Overview

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Building Services Consultancy Essex
Up to GBP80,000 + Bonus Education, Healthcare & Commercial Projects

Were working in partnership with a highly respected multi–disciplinary consultancy based in Essex, currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing Building Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a broad range of exciting and meaningful projects within the education, healthcare, and commercial sectors.

Why apply?

• Competitive salary up to GBP80,000 per annum
• Performance–related bonus
• Clear pathway to progression to Director level
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Hybrid/flexible working options
• Ongoing CPD and support for chartership if required

The Role

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, youll play a key role in leading the design and delivery of mechanical services across multiple live projects. Working alongside other engineers, architects, and stakeholders, youll bring innovative and sustainable solutions to the built environment.

Youll be involved from concept to completion, producing technical designs, managing client relationships, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Sector Focus

• Education (schools, colleges, universities)
• Healthcare (hospitals, medical centres, care facilities)
• Commercial (offices, mixed–use developments)

Key Responsibilities

• Design of HVAC and mechanical systems in line with project requirements and current regulations
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and design calculations
• Attend site meetings and liaise with clients, contractors, and other disciplines
• Provide leadership on projects and support junior engineers
• Ensure delivery of projects within budget and timescales

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services (or equivalent)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership with relevant institution (CIBSE, IMechE)
• Minimum 6 years experience in mechanical design within building services
• Proficiency with design software (e.g. Hevacomp, AutoCAD, Revit MEP, IES)
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and relevant standards

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