SeniorMechanical Design Engineer

Mercury Hampton; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm based in Manchester is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer or Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects in building services design with a focus on delivering quality engineering solutions. The successful candidate will have experience in mechanical design, knowledge of UK regulations, and proficiency in Revit. The company promotes hybrid work, excellent culture, and career development paths.

Benefits

24/7 GP access

Gym membership

Pension

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical building services design experience (degree or apprenticeship route considered).
• Strong understanding of UK building regulations, British Standards & CIBSE guidance.
• Experience with Revit HEVACOMP / HAP TAS or similar design / calculation tools.

Responsibilities

• Delivering Stage 4 / 5 RIBA Plan of Work detailed mechanical building services design.
• Producing detailed design models using Revit / BIM.
• Developing calculations across HVAC heating / cooling loads.

Skills

Electrical Discharge Machining

Mechanical Design

GD&T

Tooling

CAD

Creo

Sheet Metal

SolidWorks

Mechanical Engineering

HVAC Design

Plastics Injection Molding

Catia

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Revit HEVACOMP

HAP TAS

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Manchester

Full-Time Permanent

Mercury Hampton are recruiting on behalf of a highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy who have recently entered an exciting growth phase following major project wins across the UK. They specialise in delivering complex engineering solutions within Advanced Manufacturing, Government, Healthcare, Education, Infrastructure and Utilities.

Due to sustained growth across the Building Services division we are looking to speak with talented Mechanical Design Engineers and Senior Mechanical Design Engineers who are passionate about technical delivery and real progression opportunities.

The Opportunity

This is a rare chance to join a strong and supportive engineering team working on a mix of projects from multiple smaller schemes to large flagship high-value programmes. You’ll be working alongside Principals and Technical Directors contributing at detailed design level and helping shape technical excellence within the business.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering Stage 4 / 5 RIBA Plan of Work detailed mechanical building services design
• Producing detailed design models using Revit / BIM
• Developing calculations across HVAC heating / cooling loads, pipework & ductwork sizing
• Supporting multidisciplinary coordination and problem‑solving with architectural & structural teams
• Contributing to concept development through to construction‑level design
• Opportunity to lead packages independently and provide guidance to junior engineers

What We’re Looking For

• Proven mechanical building services design experience (degree or apprenticeship route considered)
• Strong understanding of UK building regulations, British Standards & CIBSE guidance
• Experience with Revit HEVACOMP / HAP TAS or similar design / calculation tools
• Able to work as part of a collaborative team and hit the ground running
• Motivated, proactive and passionate about delivering quality engineering solutions

Why Join

• Hybrid working typically 3-4 days office‑based to support collaboration
• Genuine career progression with structured development pathways into Senior Principal & Chartered status
• Excellent culture – people‑first supportive leadership and strong engineering reputation
• Benefits include 24/7 GP access, gym membership, pension, flexible working and more

Interested

Apply today or reach out directly for more information.

Required Experience

Senior IC

Key Skills

• Electrical Discharge Machining
• Mechanical Design
• GD&T
• Tooling
• CAD
• Creo
• Sheet Metal
• SolidWorks
• Mechanical Engineering
• HVAC Design
• Plastics Injection Molding
• Catia

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: 40000 - 65000