Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services

Panoramic Associates; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established building services consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design projects from concept through to completion. This role involves managing HVAC systems, coordinating with various stakeholders, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have a proven background in mechanical design, strong project management experience, and excellent client interaction skills. This is a permanent position offering a chance to lead significant building services projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer in building services.
• Experience managing HVAC projects through design completion.
• Strong communication skills for client interaction and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design projects from concept to completion.
• Manage RIBA project stages including feasibility and construction support.
• Review calculations, specifications, reports, and detailed designs.

Skills

Leading mechanical design of HVAC systems

Project management throughout RIBA stages

Producing calculations and specifications

Coordination with engineers and consultants

Mentoring junior engineers

Job description

Job Description

• Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
• Building Services Consultancy - Berkshire
• Permanent

A well-established and growing building services consultancy based in Berkshire is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in the delivery and leadership of mechanical building services projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take ownership of projects, mentor junior engineers, and work closely with clients on a varied and technically interesting workload.

The Role

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will lead the mechanical design on projects from concept through to completion, acting as a technical authority within the business and supporting the development of the wider team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the mechanical design of HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling, and public health systems
• Managing projects through all RIBA stages, from feasibility and concept to construction support
• Producing and reviewing calculations, specifications, reports, and detailed designs
• Coordinating with electrical engineers, architects, and external consultants
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients and attending design and site meetings
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior and intermediate engineers
• Ensuring desig...