Senior Mechanical Engineer - Building Services

Snc-Lavalin; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead building services design from concept to handover. You will act as Technical Lead on multi-disciplinary projects, driving sustainable, energy-efficient solutions and BIM coordination using Revit.

You will mentor engineers, help win work, and ensure compliance with UK regulations while maintaining strong client relationships across healthcare, education and industry sectors.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with CIBSE, IMechE or an equivalent professional institution.
• Experience delivering mechanical building services projects within a consultancy environment.
• Demonstrable experience leading multidisciplinary design teams on complex projects.
• Strong understanding of UK building regulations, industry standards and engineering best practice.
• Experience in client-facing roles and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to review, approve and direct the production of technical deliverables.
• Experience undertaking design calculations and using industry-standard software packages.
• Excellent communication, presentation and report-writing skills.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and delivery of building services projects from concept through to detailed design, construction and handover.
• Act as Technical Lead and Design Authority on projects, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, standards and AtkinsRéalis quality management procedures.
• Develop innovative, sustainable and energy-efficient engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary project teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors and key stakeholders.
• Lead technical discussions and represent AtkinsRéalis at client meetings, workshops and design reviews.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, reports, specifications and design documentation.
• Oversee the development and coordination of BIM models and design information using Revit and other digital engineering tools.
• Support project managers in managing project delivery, programme, resources, budgets and technical risks.
• Contribute to business development activities including bids, proposals, fee submissions and client presentations.
• Mentor, coach and support the development of engineers, graduates and apprentices.
• Drive innovation, technical excellence and continuous improvement across the practice.
• Champion AtkinsRéalis’ sustainability agenda, supporting clients in achieving their net zero carbon and environmental objectives.

Skills

Leadership of design teams

UK building regulations knowledge

Client engagement

Design calculations

Communication and reporting

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng) with CIBSE/IMechE

Tools

Revit

Job description

AtkinsRéalis in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead building services design from concept to handover. You will act as Technical Lead on multi-disciplinary projects, driving sustainable, energy-efficient solutions and BIM coordination using Revit.

You will mentor engineers, help win work, and ensure compliance with UK regulations while maintaining strong client relationships across healthcare, education and industry sectors.