SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER

AA Euro Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading M&E Contractor is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to oversee mechanical systems delivery for a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. The role involves leading site engineering works, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess significant experience in M&E contracting and a strong understanding of HVAC systems within pharmaceutical settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-8 years of mechanical engineering experience within M&E contracting.
• Proven track record on pharmaceutical, cleanroom, or GMP-compliant projects.
• Strong understanding of HVAC and process systems in pharmaceutical environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering works on site for the fit-out of the pharma facility.
• Oversee installation of mechanical systems including HVAC and compressed air.
• Manage mechanical subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with project specs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Building Services Engineering

Job description

AA Euro Group are actively seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a leading M&E Contractor renowned for delivering complex engineering solutions across the data centre, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors. Their team is currently working on the fit–out of a new, state–of–the–art pharmaceutical manufacturing facility, and are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical systems delivery on this prestigious project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical engineering works on site for the fit–out of the pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
• Oversee installation of mechanical systems, including HVAC, chilled water, steam, compressed air, and high–purity pipework (WFI, CIP, SIP systems).
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure all mechanical systems meet GMP and cleanroom compliance standards.
• Liaise with the client, project managers, subcontractors, and other discipline leads to ensure coordinated delivery.
• Manage and monitor mechanical subcontractor performance, quality, and compliance with project specs and regulations.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental requirements are adhered to on–site.
• Attend regular project meetings, preparing technical reports and progress updates.
• Support commissioning and handover activities, including validation readiness for mechanical systems.

Requirements:

• Degree–qualified in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Minimum 6 8 years of mechanical engineering experience within M&E contracting.
• Proven track record working on pharmaceutical, cleanroom, or GMP–compliant projects.
• Strong understanding of HVAC and process systems used in pharmaceutical environments.
• Experience managing installation and commissioning phases on live projects.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with industry regulations and standards (GMP, ISPE, ASME BPE, etc.).

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