Senior / Principal Mechanical Design Engineer in Bristol

Energy Jobline CVL; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy job board in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services systems. The ideal candidate is degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering and has proven experience in a related field. This role offers opportunities for professional development in a supportive team environment focused on innovation and engineering excellence.

Benefits

Clear progression pathways

Supportive environment for CPD

Team passionate about engineering excellence

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing and delivering mechanical building services systems.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and eligible to work in the UK.
• Strong understanding and application of low-carbon, sustainable design principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services systems.
• Oversee projects from concept to completion ensuring compliance.
• Mentor and support junior engineers.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering Design

Building Services Engineering

Leadership

Sustainable Design Principles

Client Communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards it

Tools

Amtech Prodesign

IES VE

Dialux / Relux / Radiance

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services systems, including calculations, schematics, specifications, models, equipment schedules and technical documentation.
• Oversee projects from concept to completion, ensuring technical excellence, innovation and compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Attend and lead design team meetings with clients, contractors and stakeholders – acting as a trusted technical advisor.
• Develop strong working relationships with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, contributing to their professional growth and development.
• Contribute to project planning, resource allocation and delivery programmes to ensure high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.
• Engage in continuous professional development and stay informed on emerging technologies, low-carbon solutions and industry best practice.
• Support business activities such as project reviews, proposals, bid preparation or client development (for Principal-level responsibilities).

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Degree qualified in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards Chartership with a clear plan to achieve it.
• Proven experience designing and delivering mechanical building services systems.
• Strong understanding and application of low-carbon, sustainable design principles.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly using various media – drawings, reports, presentations and digital models.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and collaboration skills; able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to manage workload, meet deadlines and thrive under pressure.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and eligible to work in the UK.

Desirable

• Experience in sectors such as residential, commercial, education, healthcare, secure environments, leisure or critical systems.
• Project management, commercial awareness and programme delivery skills.
• Experience with client-facing work, business development, bid writing or tender processes.
• Professional network within the building services/engineering community.

Software & Technical Tools

Experience with some or all of the following is beneficial:

• Amtech Prodesign
• IES VE
• Dialux / Relux / Radiance
• Revit / AutoCAD / Navisworks
• SketchUp
• Microsoft Office Suite & Microsoft Project

Why Join?

• Work within a forward-thinking team passionate about engineering excellence and innovation.
• Opportunity to influence complex projects and shape design outcomes across multiple sectors.
• Clear progression pathways – from Senior to Principal and beyond.
• Supportive environment that encourages CPD, Chartership and technical development.

If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.