Senior Mechanical Engineer

RGB Network; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning engineering company in Manchester is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design projects across diverse portfolios. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and substantial consultancy experience, with a strong focus on HVAC systems and low-carbon technologies. This role includes mentoring junior engineers, conducting site visits, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, all within a supportive work environment. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development support

Friendly and supportive office environment

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Workplace pension scheme

Private health insurance

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to work scheme

Public transport season ticket loans

Death in service scheme

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Chartered or working towards Chartership (IET/CIBSE).
• Significant consultancy experience within building services.
• Strong understanding of HVAC and sustainable design.
• Confident conducting independent site visits and discussions.
• Excellent communicator with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for building services across all RIBA stages.
• Carry out site visits and condition surveys.
• Prepare design calculations and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor junior and intermediate engineers.
• Manage client relationships and ensure service delivery.
• Contribute to technical reviews and design standards.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Skills

Mechanical design leadership

HVAC systems knowledge

Project management

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Mentoring junior engineers

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Chartered status or working toward Chartership

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Manchester (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £45k - £60k (DOE)

We are recruiting for an award-winning company that are expanding their Manchester team and are looking for a hands‑on Senior Mechanical Engineer who thrives on solving engineering challenges and delivering high‑quality design solutions.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of projects from initial concept through to completion, working across a diverse portfolio and supporting the growth and development of their engineering team. Regular travel to site for surveys, inspections, client meetings, and technical reviews will be a key part of your work.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading mechanical design for building services across all RIBA stages
• Carrying out site visits, condition surveys, inspections, and progress meetings
• Preparing design calculations, technical specifications, and detailed reports
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders
• Mentoring junior and intermediate engineers
• Managing client relationships and ensuring exceptional service delivery
• Contributing to technical reviews, design standards, and continuous improvement
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and industry best practice

About You

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered or working toward Chartership (IET/CIBSE) – highly desirable
• Significant consultancy experience within building services
• Strong understanding of HVAC, low‑carbon technologies, and sustainable design
• Confident conducting independent site visits, surveys, and client discussions
• Excellent communicator with strong leadership and problem‑solving skills
• Able to manage workloads effectively and deliver high‑quality outputs to deadlinesli>

What They Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development support, including Chartership
• A friendly, collaborative, and supportive office environment
• The chance to work on high‑profile, technically challenging projects
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Workplace pension scheme
• Private health insurance (Vitality)
• Eye care vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Public transport season ticket loans
• Death in service scheme

If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional engineering solutions and want to play a key role in a friendly and growing team, please feel free to apply.