Senior Mechanical Engineer

Aztrum; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Building Services Consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to deliver sustainable HVAC designs for various projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience with AutoCAD and Revit. Responsibilities include preparing mechanical drawings, collaborating with other engineers, and ensuring design compliance. This role offers a competitive salary, mentoring opportunities, and a chance to work on impactful projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• BSc and/or MSc in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Experience with detailed HVAC designs for residential and commercial developments.
• Detailed knowledge of PAS 1192–5 and BREEAM.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review mechanical drawings and technical specifications
• Design to BIM level 2 according to British Standards
• Collaborate with other engineers for coordinated MEP layouts

Skills

HVAC design

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM level 2

Mechanical Engineering

Education

BSc and/or MSc Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HAP

Elite

Job description

Overview

My client, a market leading Building Services Consultancy who specialise in sustainable infrastructure and innovative low carbon builds, are searching for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Birmingham.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will join a supportive team based in Birmingham to complete sustainable HVAC designs for education, healthcare, leisure, residential, and commercial developments across the UK.

As Senior Mechanical Engineer you will be expected to complete detailed mechanical designs including heating, ventilation, plumbing and air–conditioning using AutoCAD and Revit.

You will also be expected to complete 2D and 3D models, perform heat load calculations, duct sizing, pipe sizing, and equipment selection using relevant software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, HAP, or Elite).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review mechanical drawings, schematics, simulations and technical specifications in accordance with building codes, sustainability goals, and project requirements.


• Design to BIM level 2 in accordance with British Standards PAS 1192–5


• Collaborate with electrical, plumbing, and structural engineers to ensure coordinated MEP layouts and avoid design clashes.


• Attend internal and client meetings to resolve design issues/queries and align project objectives.


• Review designs submitted by the team and respond to RFIs (Requests for Information).


• Site visits to monitor installation quality, verify compliance with original designs and highlight issues during construction.


• Evaluate new materials and designs ensuring energy efficiency and cost–effectiveness.

Requirements / Qualifications

• BSc and/or MSc Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering and/or equivalent (UK based consultancy experience preferred).


• Experience completing detailed HVAC designs for residential and commercial developments using AutoCAD and Revit.


• Experience managing projects and mentoring team members.


• Detailed knowledge PAS 1192–5 and other relevant codes; keen understanding of BREEAM and net zero.

Benefits / Additional information

This role offers a competitive salary, flexible benefits and sustainable infrastructure projects across the UK. You will also have the chance to progress your career and mentor team members.

Application

If this role is of interest to you, please contact Jordanna Morris at Aztrum.