Senior Mechanical Engineer in Northfleet)

Penguin Recruitment; Northfleet; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design projects across various sectors, including residential and healthcare. This hybrid role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering and significant experience in UK building services. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000, 25 days holiday, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Professional development support

Opportunity to lead exciting projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-8 years' experience within UK building services.
• Chartered or working towards chartership (CIBSE/IMechE).
• Confident communicator with leadership capability.

Responsibilities

• Leading mechanical design from concept through to completion.
• Managing client relationships and mentoring junior engineers.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, architects, and contractors.
• Ensuring compliance with UK regulations and sustainability standards.

Skills

Mechanical design

Client management

Team coordination

Leadership

Knowledge of UK regulations

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Tools

Hevacomp

Revit MEP

IES

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Building Services

Kent (Hybrid Working)

£50,000 - £60,000

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to lead innovative building services projects and shape sustainable environments? Join a well-established consultancy in Kent, where your expertise will make a real impact.

About the Role:

We're seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic Building Services team. You'll lead mechanical design on a variety of projects across residential, commercial, education, and healthcare sectors. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility to work from home 2-3 days a week.

What You'll Be Doing:

* Leading mechanical design from concept through to completion

* Managing client relationships and mentoring junior engineers

* Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, architects, and contractors

* Ensuring compliance with UK regulations and sustainability standards

* Using industry tools (e.g. Hevacomp, Revit MEP, IES) to develop and review detailed designs

What We're Looking For:

* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

* Minimum 6-8 years' experience within UK building services

* Chartered or working towards chartership (CIBSE/IMechE)

* Strong knowledge of current UK building regulations

* Confident communicator with leadership capability

What You'll Get:

* £50,000-£60,000 depending on experience

* Hybrid working (2-3 days from home)

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays

* Pension scheme and professional development support

* Opportunity to lead exciting, high-impact projects across the South East