Senior Mechanical Engineer

Platform Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A building services consultancy in the City of London seeks a Senior Building Services Engineer. You will lead mechanical and electrical design projects, support junior engineers, and ensure high standards of design compliance. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree, strong leadership experience, and skills in AutoCAD and Revit. This role offers the chance to work on innovative projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in building services design.
• 5+ years' residential design experience combined with 5+ years' site experience.
• At least 3 years' experience leading projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to mechanical and electrical design projects from concept to completion.
• Provide mentorship and line management support to junior engineers.
• Ensure designs are compliant, coordinated, and delivered efficiently.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication skills

Client management

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Chartered or working towards professional accreditation

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established building services consultancy with offices in London and Kent, known for delivering innovative, sustainable, and cost‑effective engineering design solutions. The company works across a diverse portfolio of projects, including residential, commercial, and mixed‑use developments, and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence and client satisfaction. With a collaborative and forward‑thinking culture, the team is dedicated to improving building performance, supporting low‑carbon design, and driving sustainable engineering outcomes.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Building Services Engineer to join the growing team. This position offers the opportunity to lead and contribute to a range of mechanical and electrical design projects, from concept through to completion, while providing mentorship and line management support to junior engineers.

The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with project leadership and communication skills, ensuring designs are compliant, coordinated, and delivered efficiently. You will play a key role in maintaining quality, supporting sustainable design practices, and helping the business to grow through professional relationships and technical excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced building services engineer who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys taking ownership of complex, multi‑disciplinary projects.

Candidate Profile

Essential

• Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Chartered or working towards professional accreditation (ACIBSE or equivalent).
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in building services design, or 5+ years' residential design experience combined with 5+ years' site experience.
• At least 3 years' experience leading projects.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit, with solid understanding of UK design standards and regulations.
• Strong communication and client‑facing skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Desirable

• Previous line management experience.
• Chartered Engineer (MCIBSE or equivalent).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits.

If you are a forward‑thinking building services engineer who values technical excellence, sustainable design, and collaborative working, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short note outlining your experience and motivation for the role.