Details:
- Salary: £50,000 - 60,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Peterborough Cambridgeshire
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Trade Recruit is proud to be recruiting on behalf of an established and growing Building Services consultancy based in Peterborough.
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team, working on a diverse range of commercial, logistics, education, retail, leisure and high-end residential projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level engineer with a strong background in UK Building Services consultancy who can independently manage mechanical design projects, liaise directly with clients and support junior engineers.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead mechanical building services design projects from initial concept through to completion.
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Design HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, domestic water services and drainage systems.
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Produce engineering calculations, technical specifications, design reports and mechanical drawings using AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
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Manage project programmes, budgets, deadlines and technical deliverables.
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Attend client meetings and coordinate with architects, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams.
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Undertake site surveys, inspections and technical reviews throughout project delivery.
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Ensure designs comply with CIBSE guidance, UK Building Regulations, British Standards and CDM requirements.
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Deliver energy-efficient and sustainable mechanical design solutions.
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Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to the wider team.
Essential Requirements
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Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a relevant equivalent qualification.
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Proven senior-level mechanical design experience within a UK Building Services or MEP consultancy.
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Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling and domestic water systems.
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Experience independently managing mechanical design projects from concept through to completion.
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Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit MEP, alongside experience using IES, Hevacomp or equivalent software.
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Strong understanding of CIBSE standards, UK Building Regulations and mechanical design requirements.
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Excellent communication, client management, technical reporting and project management skills.
Desirable Experience
Chartered Engineer status or working towards Chartership would be advantageous, alongside experience mentoring junior engineers, BIM Level 2 / ISO 19650 knowledge and sustainable building design.
Salary & Benefits
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£50,000–£60,000 per annum, depending on experience.
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Hybrid working arrangements.
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Clear progression towards Principal Engineer and Associate level.
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Varied and technically challenging projects across multiple sectors.
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Ongoing professional development, training and a supportive team environment.
Location & Working Pattern
Based in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, with hybrid working available. Occasional travel to client sites across London will be required.
This is a full-time, permanent position.
Apply Now
If you're an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong Building Services consultancy background, we'd love to hear from you