Senior Mechanical Engineer

Skilled Careers; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers the opportunity to lead mechanical building services design projects across diverse sectors, ensuring high-quality deliverables and exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mechanical services design and be comfortable mentoring junior staff. With a supportive and growth-oriented environment, this firm empowers its employees to excel and offers numerous benefits, including hybrid working and tailored development opportunities.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

GymFlex

Mental Health Support

Car Allowance

Tailored Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical services design from a consultancy or contractor background.
• Achieved or actively working toward IEng or CEng status.

Responsibilities

• Leading mechanical building services design as part of a project team.
• Supervising and guiding junior engineers and apprentices.

Skills

Mechanical Building Services Design

Energy Efficiency Consulting

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

HNC or HND in a Relevant Discipline

Tools

CAD

Revit

Hevacomp

IES

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer London

As demand for their expertise continues to grow, this well–established MEP consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their experienced team in London.

The successful candidate will bring solid experience in mechanical building services design and a strong working knowledge of building installations. Comfortable managing their own projects, they will be expected to undertake detailed design work to high standards and deliver exceptional client service, while collaborating closely with internal and external project teams.

The company offers a supportive and growth–oriented environment, where the right individual can progress rapidly. This includes increased client–facing responsibilities and opportunities to mentor junior engineers and apprentices.

Project Portfolio
The team s current projects span a diverse range of sectors, including science and research, advanced manufacturing, motorsport, education, defence, commercial, and residential developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading mechanical building services design as part of a project team

• Supervising and guiding junior engineers and apprentices

• Advising clients on energy efficiency and sustainability

• Designing using CAD, Revit, Hevacomp, IES, and other mechanical engineering software

• Producing high–quality reports, specifications, and drawings for all RIBA stages

• Coordinating with structural engineers, architects, surveyors, and contractors

• Participating in project and technical meetings

• Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and legislative requirements

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in mechanical services design, from a consultancy or contractor background

• Degree, HNC or HND in a relevant discipline

• Achieved or actively working toward IEng or CEng status

• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively

• High attention to detail and a commitment to outstanding client service

• Interest in mentoring and developing junior staff

The company is a CIBSE–approved mentor organisation, actively supporting candidates through to CEng registration.

What s on Offer

The firm believes its people are its greatest asset, with a vision centred on quality, innovation, and meaningful growth. Team members are empowered and supported through a culture of openness and inclusion.

Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell days

• 3 volunteering days annually

• Life Assurance, Pension (6% employer, 3% employee), Income Protection

• Private Medical Insurance, Dental Plan, GP access, Best Doctors

• Cycle to Work, GymFlex, Healthcare Cash Plan

• Mental health support and first aiders

• Car allowance

• Hybrid working

• Tailored personal and professional development opportunities