Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

MFK Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to oversee mechanical services across diverse projects in London. This pivotal role involves managing design activities, mentoring junior staff, and engaging with clients, offering a unique opportunity for impactful contributions to high-profile developments.

Benefits

Tailored career progression opportunities

Support for training and CPD

Christmas Bonus

Flexible Holiday Allowance

Work Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Professional Fees Paid (CIBSE/IET)

Social Events

Regular CPD Events

Qualifications

• Significant experience in mechanical design within the building services sector.
• HNC or higher in Building Services Engineering or related discipline.
• Comfortable taking responsibility and working independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mechanical design projects, ensuring quality.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers.
• Carry out site surveys and produce associated reports.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Problem Solving

Education

HNC in Building Services Engineering

Tools

IES

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

About the role:

We re working with a forward–thinking, client–facing M&E Consultancy that is looking to appoint a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical services design across a variety of projects. This is a pivotal role within a dynamic team, offering the opportunity to work on high–profile developments alongside industry–leading professionals.

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will lead design activities, mentor junior engineers, and play a key part in client engagement and project delivery from concept through to completion.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Day–to–day responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage mechanical design projects, ensuring quality and compliance throughout.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers, supporting technical development and performance.
• Interpret client briefs and translate into efficient, innovative mechanical systems design.
• Carry out site surveys, condition assessments, and defect inspections; produce associated reports.
• Prepare and produce detailed designs, drawings, calculations (using IES), and technical specifications.
• Coordinate closely with internal Electrical, CAD, and admin teams to ensure streamlined project delivery.
• Represent mechanical and electrical interests in Design Team Meetings.
• Operate AutoCAD and BIM systems; training and progression in Revit MEP supported.
• Develop and deliver PPM surveys, O&M manuals, and inspection certifications.
• Support continuous professional development (CPD) activities for yourself and junior staff.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – About you:

• Significant experience in mechanical design within the building services/consultancy sector.
• HNC (or higher) in Building Services Engineering or related discipline.
• Proficient in IES, AutoCAD, and MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Familiar with BIM and Revit MEP or willing to undertake training.
• Strong communicator, able to build and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Highly organised with a proactive, solutions–led mindset.
• Comfortable taking responsibility and working independently when required.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
  
  Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Benefits:

• Tailored career progression opportunities
• Support for training and CPD
• Christmas Bonus
• Flexible Holiday Allowance, plus Christmas closure and additional day annual leave for birthdays
• Work Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Professional Fees Paid (CIBSE/IET)
• Social Events
• Regular CPD Events
• Investors in People Gold