Senior Mechanical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Northfleet; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in Kent is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design on various projects. The role offers hybrid working, competitive salary, and the opportunity to mentor junior engineers as well as contribute to high-impact building services in residential, commercial, education, and healthcare sectors.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-8 years’ experience within UK building services.
• Chartered or working towards chartership (CIBSE/IMechE).
• Strong knowledge of current UK building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Leading mechanical design from concept through to completion.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, architects, and contractors.

Skills

Mechanical design leadership

Client relationship management

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Tools

Hevacomp

Revit MEP

IES

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Building Services

Kent (Hybrid Working)

£50,000 – £60,000

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to lead innovative building services projects and shape sustainable environments? Join a well-established consultancy in Kent, where your expertise will make a real impact.

About the Role:

We’re seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic Building Services team. You’ll lead mechanical design on a variety of projects across residential, commercial, education, and healthcare sectors. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility to work from home 2-3 days a week.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading mechanical design from concept through to completion
• Managing client relationships and mentoring junior engineers
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, architects, and contractors
• Ensuring compliance with UK regulations and sustainability standards
• Using industry tools (e.g. Hevacomp, Revit MEP, IES) to develop and review detailed designs

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
• Minimum 6-8 years’ experience within UK building services
• Chartered or working towards chartership (CIBSE/IMechE)
• Strong knowledge of current UK building regulations
• Confident communicator with leadership capability

What You’ll Get:

• £50,000-£60,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working (2-3 days from home)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme and professional development support
• Opportunity to lead exciting, high-impact projects across the South East

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now by sending your cv to [e-mail]