Senior Mechanical Engineer - Building Services

Searley Owen; Bradford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A building services engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to manage mechanical design projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, experience in the MEP sector, and strong leadership skills. A salary range of £50,000 - £60,000 is offered along with a supportive team environment and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Basic salary of £50,000 - £60,000

Strong forward workload with repeat clients

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing mechanical design projects in the MEP space.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence, CSCS card, and valid passport.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical design and project coordination across multiple schemes.
• Oversee financial control, fee monitoring, and resource planning.
• Ensure design quality and compliance with standards and regulations.
• Support and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical design

Communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Design Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Relevant design software

Job description

Overview

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Building Services

We're a well-established Building Services Engineering consultancy who take pride in being a great place to work — supportive, collaborative, and committed to excellence. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, efficient designs and a loyal base of repeat clients, we're involved in projects across the large residential, hotel, leisure, and commercial sectors

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical design and project coordination across multiple schemes
• Lead internal teams, ensuring delivery to agreed standards and deadlines
• Oversee financial control, fee monitoring, and resource planning
• Ensure design quality and compliance with company standards and statutory regulations
• Support and mentor junior engineers, promoting team development and technical excellence
• Liaise with clients and directors to maintain strong working relationships and identify new opportunities
• Attend site and client meetings, representing the company professionally
• Contribute to business development and maintain client satisfaction across projects

About You

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering / Design Engineering
• Proven experience managing mechanical design projects within the MEP space
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant design software
• Full UK driving licence, CSCS card, and valid passport

Why Join Us

• A basic Salary of £50,000 - £60,000
• Strong forward workload with repeat clients
• Genuine opportunity for career progression
• Supportive team environment and flexible working options

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