Senior Mechanical Engineer

Aldwych Consulting; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic building services consultancy in Nottingham is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead projects. The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring design excellence. The company offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a flexible working environment. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering and experience with relevant tools like Revit and Relux.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working environment

Career development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (Chartered or working towards) or HNC/HND with relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of British and European Standards and Building Regulations.
• Experience specifying renewable technologies and working knowledge of BREEAM.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering projects, managing design delivery from start to finish.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project outcomes.
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee their contributions.

Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Familiarity with HTM's

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering

Tools

Relux/Dialux

Amtech

Revit

Job description

Senior Design Engineer (Mechanical) – Nottingham

An exciting permanent opportunity has opened for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a dynamic, specialist building services consultancy at their Nottingham office. This full–time role offers 36.25 hours per week within an agile working framework, blending office and remote working.
This company is known for its passion in mechanical, electrical, and low–carbon engineering, delivering sustainable, innovative building designs that truly make a difference. They work across a broad range of sectors including healthcare, education, residential, commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, zero carbon, and the public sector. Their approach combines research–led design with sustainable methodologies to create bespoke, net–zero carbon solutions.

With over 240 employees spanning 12 offices across the UK, Poland, and India, this organisation fosters a family culture that puts people and wellbeing at its core. They invest heavily in their teams, offering excellent career progression and a supportive, inclusive environment where every individual can thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical engineering projects, managing design delivery from start to finish
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project outcomes
• Attend principal client meetings and deliver presentations
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee their contributions
• Maintain high standards of technical excellence in mechanical design
• Engage with clients directly, supporting business growth and repeat work
• Produce and review detailed drawings, specifications, and calculations
• Ensure compliance with relevant British and European standards and Building Regulations

Candidate Profile:

• Degree–qualified in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (Chartered or working towards) or HNC/HND with relevant experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Relux/Dialux, Amtech, and Revit
• Strong knowledge of British and European Standards and Building Regulations
• Familiarity with HTM's is advantageous
• Professional membership with CIBSE or IET preferred
• Understanding of HV/LV systems and embedded generation integration
• Experience specifying renewable technologies and working knowledge of BREEAM
• Good appreciation of electrical engineering to collaborate effectively
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to learning and development

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Flexible, agile working environment
• Generous annual leave with buy/sell options
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and sickness pay schemes
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and eye care vouchers
• Recruitment referral bonus and team–building activity allowances
• Opportunity to engage with charity, community, and education initiatives
• Inclusive culture with a strong focus on diversity and wellbeing

If you're ready to progress your career in a forward–thinking, values–driven environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a consultancy that truly values its people and projects.

Apply now or contact Roberto Sartori on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.