Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer

Hoare Lea; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their Bournemouth or Reading offices. The successful candidate will deliver designs, manage projects, and mentor junior staff. Strong knowledge in Mechanical Design and Building Services Engineering is essential. This role offers a range of benefits and the chance to impact sustainable building solutions.

Benefits

9-day fortnight scheme

Professional development

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice

Stock options

Extensive annual leave

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge in Mechanical Design and Building Services Engineering.
• Experience in consultancy with understanding of acoustics and fire engineering.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, and lead projects.

Responsibilities

• Work on diverse projects in the UK and internationally.
• Lead mechanical services design on large projects and oversee small to medium projects.
• Mentor junior staff and support their development.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Building Services Engineering

Client-facing Skills

Mentoring

Education

Chartered status or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

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Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer, Ferndown

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Hoare Lea

Location:

Ferndown, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer
Bournemouth or Reading

About us

Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability. Our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life, ensuring designs are outstanding and operations meet community needs.

We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can realize their potential. Joining Hoare Lea means experiencing a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and values your individuality. Benefits include a 9-day fortnight scheme, community groups, social events, professional development, private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice, stock options, and extensive annual leave.

Our goal is to help everyone develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy their work.

About the role

We have a new opportunity for a Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our Bournemouth or Reading offices.

Bournemouth: with over years of presence on the south coast, we have built significant expertise and long-term relationships locally and beyond.

Reading: a thriving town with exponential growth across many sectors, supporting transformational projects like Station Hill and others, connecting with like-minded businesses and professionals.

We seek candidates with experience in commercial, residential, and mission-critical projects. We are large enough to offer stability and opportunity, small enough to recognize individuals. Driven by our vision, we aim to positively impact the relationship between people and the planet, creating high-performing buildings that address climate change and modern living needs.

As a Senior or Principal Engineer, you will support and deliver designs, manage various project types and sizes, and work within a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality service, develop new business, and ensure profitability.

In this role, you will:

• Work on diverse projects in the UK and internationally across key sectors.
• Design mechanical systems using AutoCAD and REVIT.
• Lead mechanical services design on large projects and oversee small to medium projects.
• Mentor junior staff and support their development.
• Ensure technical quality and compliance.
• Monitor project budgets and resources.
• Research innovative working methods and stay competitive.
• Maintain industry reputation, following quality and risk procedures.

About you

To succeed, you should have:

• Strong technical knowledge in Mechanical Design and Building Services Engineering.
• Experience in consultancy, with understanding of acoustics, fire engineering, and modeling.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, lead projects, and meet objectives.
• Client-facing skills and understanding of client needs.
• Mentoring and supervising skills.
• Chartered status (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential; we support professional development.