Senior Mechanical Engineer
2 days ago
Greenwich
Mechanical Senior Engineer South East London Salary: Competitive (DOE) + Package An established turnkey contractor with a turnover of over £80m is seeking an experienced Mechanical Senior Engineer to join its Technical Services team. Having grown from a specialist contractor into a multi-disciplinary business delivering projects across London and the South East, the company has built its reputation through long-term client relationships, technical excellence, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions across a wide range of sectors. This role will be based across the company's South East London offices and client locations, supporting both project delivery teams and key client accounts. The Role This position is ideal for an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to move into a highly technical role focused on design development, technical assurance, commissioning, and client advisory services. You will work closely with clients, consultants, and internal delivery teams to provide technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle, while also supporting asset management and building performance strategies. Key Responsibilities Develop strong client relationships and provide technical support to become a trusted advisor Assist with the assessment of new opportunities and fee proposals Provide technical support to project delivery teams through Stage 5 design development Review and approve technical submissions to ensure alignment with design intent Produce mechanical calculations and design solutions from concept through to detailed design Monitor construction works and provide technical oversight to ensure quality and compliance Lead key testing and commissioning activities, including Integrated Systems Testing (IST) and Black Building Tests Undertake technical appraisals of existing buildings and infrastructure Produce Energy Performance Assessments Carry out load and capacity reviews Develop Life Cycle Replacement Reports Complete Single Point of Failure (SPOF) Analysis Undertake resiliency and building performance reviews Experience & Requirements Proven experience within Mechanical Building Services Engineering Strong technical understanding of HVAC, public health, and mechanical systems Experience supporting projects through design, delivery, commissioning, and handover Experience carrying out technical reviews and design assessments Strong understanding of testing and commissioning processes Ability to engage confidently with clients and technical stakeholders Experience within commercial, healthcare, critical environment, or large-scale building services projects would be advantageous Skills Strong technical and analytical capability Excellent communication and client-facing skills Ability to manage multiple technical workstreams simultaneously Strong report writing and presentation skills Proactive and solutions-focused approach High attention to detail and quality standards Package & Benefits Competitive salary depending on experience Employee Ownership Trust scheme following qualifying service Private healthcare Private dental insurance Life insurance Pension scheme Length of service rewards Private financial advice service Ongoing professional development and training opportunities The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and technically respected business where engineering expertise is highly valued. The role offers a blend of technical design, commissioning, client advisory, and project support responsibilities, making it ideal for an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to broaden their influence while remaining heavily involved in the technical aspects of building services engineering. TPBN1_UKTJ