Senior Mechanical Engineer

Black & White Engineering; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & White Engineering is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to deliver sophisticated mechanical design solutions for mission-critical facilities across Europe and beyond. You will own technical packages, influence major project decisions and drive the delivery of complex programmes.

You will lead and mentor teams, coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams, attend client meetings and help shape the technical direction of projects while developing into principal-level roles.

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical building services design experience.
• Strong understanding of HVAC and cooling systems.
• Ability to lead technical packages independently.
• Experience coordinating with clients and project stakeholders.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical engineering designs and calculations.
• Lead allocated project packages from concept through delivery.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams.
• Attend client and stakeholder meetings.
• Review technical deliverables and design quality.
• Support junior engineers and graduates.

Skills

Mechanical building services design

HVAC systems

Lead technical packages

Client coordination

Communication & organisation

Job description

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Black & White Engineering, you'll play a key role in delivering sophisticated mechanical design solutions for mission-critical facilities across Europe and beyond. You'll take ownership of technical packages, contribute to major project decisions and support the successful delivery of complex engineering programmes.

This role is ideal for an experienced engineer looking to increase your technical influence while continuing to develop your leadership and project delivery capabilities within a highly respected engineering consultancy.

What's in It For You

• Project Ownership - Lead significant design packages and influence project outcomes.


• Technical Challenge - Work on complex cooling and HVAC systems supporting critical infrastructure.


• Client Exposure - Build strong relationships with clients and design partners.


• Career Development - Gain experience preparing for progression into principal-level positions.


• Leadership Opportunities - Support and mentor junior engineers across project teams.


• Collaborative Environment - Join experienced multidisciplinary teams focused on engineering excellence.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver mechanical engineering designs and calculations.


• Lead allocated project packages from concept through delivery.


• Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams.


• Attend client and stakeholder meetings.


• Review technical deliverables and design quality.


• Support junior engineers and graduates.

Essential Skills

• Proven mechanical building services design experience.


• Strong understanding of HVAC and cooling systems.


• Ability to lead technical packages independently.


• Experience coordinating with clients and project stakeholders.


• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Learning & Development

You will be joining a community that focuses on learning and development through regular lunch and learn sessions and investment in accredited professional courses or educational programmes. You can set the pace for your professional development, and whatever path you choose, you will receive relevant support.

Company Overview

Black & White Engineering is a multi-award-winning engineering consultancy with offices across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific.

We are a leading provider of engineering design services for the data centre sector, delivering expertise across Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Civil and Structural, Power Systems, Sustainability, BIM, Design Management and wider specialist infrastructure disciplines.

Our teams support projects across all areas of the construction industry, offering practical, efficient design solutions that prioritise real-world installation, maintenance and operational performance.

As one of the fastest-growing consultancies in our industry, we offer genuine opportunities for progression. Many of our engineers have developed into leadership roles as the business has expanded. Joining Black & White Engineering means making a meaningful impact with clients and colleagues while receiving the recognition you deserve.