Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Gleeds; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global property consultancy in Newcastle is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to drive innovative design solutions across diverse sectors. The role entails designing projects, supporting MEP services, and ensuring seamless integration of systems with a focus on decarbonisation. Ideal candidates are degree-educated with experience in consultancy, passionate about the built environment, and proficient in relevant design software.

Benefits

Opportunities for career development

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Global Travel Scholarship Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Ambitious and passionate about the built environment.
• Broad design experience particularly in decarbonisation.
• Experience in consultancy or similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and specification of projects across various sectors.
• Prepare mechanical services designs and associated drawings.
• Support the local MEP Lead in project management.

Skills

Decarbonisation schemes

Lifecycle analysis

Clear written and oral communication skills

Team collaboration

MS Office suite

Education

Degree in Building Services Engineering

Tools

MEPworx

IES

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Ready to make a real impact? We’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Newcastle team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of building design. You’ll partner closely with our Building Surveying department, blending hands-on inspections with innovative design solutions across the north of England. From healthcare to education, your expertise will drive projects that matter—nationally and locally—with a powerful focus on cutting-edge decarbonisation efforts. If you’re passionate about engineering that shapes smarter, greener spaces, this is your moment to step in and lead.

Responsibilities

• Design and specification of projects across various sectors.
• Delivering M&E services; normal duties design, preparation of performance specs, site inspections of works in progress, site surveys/condition reports etc.
• Preparing mechanical services designs and associated drawings for projects to be designed and delivered in-house
• Preparing design calculations including those relating to ‘Energy Efficiency’ and building integration
• Supporting the local MEP Lead in preparing fee proposals and sub-consultant appointment documents, tracking projects from inception to completion
• Work collaboratively with MEP service teams in the North to ensure seamless integration of MEP Systems.
• Reviewing MEP Mechanical design outputs to ensure assured service delivery.
• Provide technical support to other service team members in other regions as required.
• Inspecting construction activities and troubleshooting issues that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Site inspections of work in progress.
• Project progress and client facing meetings.

What we offer

• Opportunities to develop and grow your career
• A contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Our Global Travel Scholarship Programme
• Flexible working arrangements

Who we’re looking for

Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

• Ambitious and passionate about the built environment.
• Broad design experience but particularly in decarbonisation schemes.
• Lifecycle analysis, condition surveys and reporting.
• Previous experience within a consultancy or similar environment.
• Degree educated in Building Services Engineering, Architectural Engineering or similar.
• MS Office suite, software design packages such as MEPworx, or IES and AutoCAD
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Clear and effective written and oral communication skills. Hold or be working towards professional membership with CIBSE.

About us

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.