Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer - Low-Carbon Refurbs

RGB Recruitment; Farmoor; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established building services consultancy in Oxford seeks a Senior to Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to lead projects with a focus on sustainability and energy efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, over 6 years of experience in a consultancy role, and strong knowledge of HVAC systems. Competitive salary ranges from £55,000 to £70,000, along with flexible working, 25+ days holiday, and continuous professional development support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible/hybrid working

Private healthcare

Cycle to work scheme

CPD support

25+ days holiday

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in a consultancy environment delivering mechanical design.
• Experience working on projects in education, commercial, healthcare, or heritage sectors.
• Excellent technical understanding of HVAC systems and energy-efficient design.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design from RIBA Stage 2 through to handover.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams for low-energy solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to client development.

Skills

Mechanical design

Building performance analysis

Communication and coordination

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

IES or Hevacomp

Job description

A well-established building services consultancy in Oxford seeks a Senior to Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to lead projects with a focus on sustainability and energy efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, over 6 years of experience in a consultancy role, and strong knowledge of HVAC systems. Competitive salary ranges from £55,000 to £70,000, along with flexible working, 25+ days holiday, and continuous professional development support.