Senior Mechanical Engineer Engineer

CIBSE Journal; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private healthcare

25 days leave

Holiday purchase scheme

Cycle to Work

Rewards platform

Social events

Career progression

Job summary

CIBSE Journal is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the Cambridge area. This hybrid role focuses on leading mechanical building services design across diverse sectors and mentoring junior engineers.

You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable projects and ensure design excellence. The position offers a competitive salary of £55,000–£65,000 with excellent benefits, including private healthcare, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and cycle-to-work schemes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering required.
• 3–5+ years of experience in building services design.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical building services.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit desirable).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects.
• Conduct surveys, feasibility studies, and detailed designs.
• Produce specifications and technical documentation.
• Perform site inspections and manage contract administration.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and technicians.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors and wider design teams to achieve project goals.

Skills

Design mechanical systems

Client meetings

Technical drawings reviews

Site inspections

Mentoring juniors

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Cambridge Area (Hybrid)

Salary: 55,000– 65,000 + Excellent Benefits

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a growing, sustainability–focused building services consultancy. Renowned for delivering innovative mechanical and electrical engineering solutions, the company operates across a diverse range of sectors, including commercial, education, healthcare, heritage, residential, transport, and public sector projects.

This hybrid role offers the chance to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, taking projects from inception to completion. You will have the opportunity to lead mechanical building services design, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the successful delivery of high–quality, sustainable projects.

Benefits

This role offers an attractive benefits package, including:

• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Competitive salary of 55,000– 65,000 (dependent on experience).
• Private healthcare.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional holiday purchase scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Access to an employee reward and discount platform.
• Regular social events to foster team collaboration and engagement.
• Clear career progression opportunities, with support for professional development and promotion.

Day–to–Day

Your typical day will involve:

• Designing and developing mechanical systems for a variety of building types.
• Attending project meetings with clients and stakeholders.
• Reviewing and approving technical drawings and specifications.
• Conducting site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with design standards.
• Providing guidance and support to junior team members.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects.
• Conducting surveys, feasibility studies, and detailed designs.
• Producing specifications and technical documentation.
• Performing site inspections and managing contract administration.
• Overseeing project programmes, ensuring quality standards and technical delivery.
• Mentoring and supporting junior engineers and technicians.
• Collaborating with architects, contractors, and wider design teams to achieve project goals.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• 3–5+ years of experience in building services design.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical building services.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (experience with Revit is desirable).
• Proven ability to manage projects and mentor junior staff.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A full UK driving licence.

Additional Information

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available for this position.