Senior Mechanical Engineer

Eden Brown; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services consultancy in Greater London is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead innovative design projects. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring high technical standards while mentoring junior engineers. This role includes responsibilities such as preparing design packages and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The position offers a competitive salary with a hybrid working model and several benefits, including professional development support and private healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model

Ongoing professional development

Company-paid home Wifi

Monthly company lunches

Private Healthcare plan

25 days holiday + Bank holidays

Qualifications

• 4-5 years' experience in mechanical/building services design required.
• Strong technical expertise in HVAC design and low-carbon principles.
• Good understanding of CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design from concept to completion.
• Prepare and review design packages including drawings and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and industry standards.
• Conduct site inspections and attend project client meetings.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

HVAC design

Thermodynamics

Sustainability principles

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Leadership

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Excel

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Lead the future of sustainable building services design. An established, forward–thinking building services consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of innovative mechanical design projects, work closely with multidisciplinary teams, and help deliver cutting–edge sustainable building solutions across the UK.

Your new role

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a leading role in the design and delivery of mechanical systems for a diverse range of projects, including office/commercial fit out and high–rise residential projects. You'll act as a key point of contact for clients, design teams, and contractors, while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring that high technical standards are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design from concept to completion across a variety of building projects.
• Prepare and review design packages, including drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Undertake detailed calculations, modelling, and performance analysis for energy–efficient solutions.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, CIBSE guidelines, and industry standards.
• Coordinate effectively with architects, structural engineers, contractors, and suppliers.
• Carry out site inspections and attend project and client meetings.
• Support the development of junior engineers through mentoring and technical guidance.

What you'll need to succeed

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or a related discipline.
• At least 4–5 years' experience in mechanical/building services design.
• Strong technical expertise in HVAC design, thermodynamics, and sustainability principles.
• Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Excel.
• Good understanding of CDM regulations and low–carbon design approaches.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with proven leadership experience.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid working model with flexibility for work–life balance.
• Ongoing professional development and chartership support.
• The company will pay for your home Wifi.
• Company lunches once a month.
• Private Healthcare plan with Aviva.
• 25 days holiday + Bank holidays.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.