Senior Mechanical Engineer

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building design consultancy in Birmingham seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical engineering design projects. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in mechanical building services design, leadership skills, and a passion for sustainable engineering practices. Responsibilities include overseeing project delivery, collaborating with other disciplines, and managing client relationships. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 and a tailored benefits package to support your career and lifestyle.

Benefits

Tailored benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Exposure to high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in mechanical building services design.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.
• Passion for sustainable design and modern engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design projects across various building sectors.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers.
• Ensure project delivery quality, efficiency, and compliance.
• Collaborate with various disciplines for integrated solutions.
• Drive innovation in sustainable and energy-efficient designs.
• Manage client relationships and business development opportunities.

Skills

Mechanical building services design

Leadership

Team management

Client-facing communication

Sustainable design practices

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Building Design Consultancy

Location: Birmingham

Salary: Up to £55,000 + benefits (negotiable)

Sector: Building Design / MEP Consultancy

About the Role:

• Lead mechanical engineering design projects across a range of building sectors.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and senior engineers.
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, and other disciplines to deliver integrated solutions.
• Drive innovation in sustainable and energy‑efficient building services design.
• Manage client relationships and contribute to business development opportunities.

About You:

• Extensive experience in mechanical building services design.
• leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and client‑facing abilities.
• Passion for sustainable design and modern engineering practices.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary up to £55,000.
• Benefits package tailored to support your career and lifestyle.
• Opportunity to shape and grow with a dynamic consultancy.
• Clear progression path and leadership opportunities.
• Exposure to high‑profile projects across the UK.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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