Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
2 days ago
Cambridge
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality mechanical building services solutions across a wide range of sectors. You will support project leadership, mentor junior engineers, and provide strong technical input throughout all design stages. Responsibilities • Leading mechanical design packages from concept through detailed design, • Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders including Clients, Architects, Contractors, and multidisciplinary consultants, • Attending and contributing to design team meetings and workshops, • Undertaking calculations, system sizing, and producing technical reports, • Conducting site inspections and feeding back into the design process, • Supporting project planning, programme management, and commercial targets, • Working closely with other engineering disciplines to deliver fully coordinated MEP solutions, • Providing guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate mechanical engineers, • Ensuring compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and best practice guidelines Requirements • 5+ years’ experience within a UK Building Services Consultancy, • Strong understanding of mechanical building services, including HVAC, LTHW/CHW, public health interfaces, and low‑carbon solutions, • Proficiency in relevant industry software (e.g., Hevacomp, IES, CFD tools desirable), • Working knowledge of CAD/Revit and coordinated MEP modelling workflows, • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline, • Strong understanding of UK building regulations, sustainability standards, and industry best practice, • Up‑to‑date knowledge of Health & Safety and Environmental considerations, • Excellent communication skills and confidence working directly with clients and design partners, • Progress towards Chartership (CIBSE/IMechE) is highly advantageous