Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Ipswich, Suffolk

Energy Jobline CVL; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy recruitment platform in Ipswich is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design across diverse projects. You will mentor junior engineers and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and a relevant degree. The position offers a competitive salary with benefits such as an 8% employer pension contribution and hybrid working options.

Benefits

8% employer pension contribution

23 days annual leave + buy holiday scheme

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working - up to 2 days per week from home

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in mechanical building services design.
• Chartered or working toward CEng status with a relevant institution.
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, CIBSE guides, and design codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and specification of mechanical building services systems.
• Deliver projects through RIBA Stages 1-6.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines and external stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical design

Building services engineering

Leadership

Communication

Client-facing skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Hevacomp

IES/TAS

Job description

Overview

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide. We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Position

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Ipswich, UK

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a collaborative and forward-thinking building services team. This role offers the opportunity to lead mechanical design across a diverse range of public and private sector projects, delivering sustainable and technically robust solutions from concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and specification of mechanical building services systems including HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, and domestic water services
• Deliver projects through RIBA Stages 1-6, ensuring compliance with current regulations and best practices
• Coordinate with internal disciplines (electrical, architectural, structural) and external stakeholders (clients, contractors, consultants)
• Mentor and support junior engineers and technicians within the team
• Attend client meetings, design reviews, and site inspections as required
• Contribute to proposals, resource planning, and project programming
• Ensure designs are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high technical standard
• Support the development of low-carbon and energy-efficient design strategies

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered or working toward CEng status with a relevant institution (e.g., CIBSE, IMechE)
• Minimum 5 years\' experience in mechanical building services design
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, CIBSE guides, and design codes
• Proficient in designing software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Hevacomp, and IES/TAS
• Experience working on education, healthcare, residential, or public sector projects is advantageous.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills

Benefits Package

• 8% employer pension contribution
• 23 days annual leave + buy holiday scheme
• Flexible working hours (7.5 hours/day between 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
• Hybrid working - up to 2 days per week from home
• Professional development and chartership support
• Collaborative team culture and meaningful project work

If you\'re a passionate mechanical engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a people-focused, design-led consultancy, we\'d love to hear from you.

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