Senior Vertical Transportation Engineer
Solihull (Full-Time, Permanent)
£45,000–£55,000 DOE
We are working with a well-established and growing building services consultancy seeking a Senior Vertical Transportation Engineer to join their team in Solihull.
This is a leadership-focused opportunity offering a clear pathway into management. You will work alongside highly respected engineers on prestigious projects, including high-rise residential developments, while helping to shape and grow the vertical transportation offering within the business.
The Role
Initially, you will support multidisciplinary MEP teams across a range of projects, providing specialist lift and vertical transportation expertise. Over time, the role will evolve to include business development responsibilities, with the opportunity to win new work and build a growing team.
Key Responsibilities
Develop vertical transportation design concepts
Calculate lift numbers, sizes and speeds for a variety of building types, including high-rise schemes
Undertake lift traffic analysis
Carry out site surveys and produce detailed reports on existing installations
Prepare specifications, schedules, drawings and contract documentation
Collaborate with the wider design team throughout all project stages
Attend and contribute to progress, coordination and design meetings
Witness commissioning activities
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and environmental policies
About You
Degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline
Proven experience in vertical transportation design
Background in consultancy or lift contracting preferred
Strong capability in lift traffic analysis and engineering calculations
Experience using relevant design and calculation software
Experience with Revit is advantageous but not essential
Commercial awareness and interest in business development
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ambitious, proactive and keen to progress into a leadership role
Benefits/ Salary package
£45,000–£55,000 salary (DOE)
Clear pathway to management
Agile and flexible working approach
Competitive benefits package
Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay
Generous annual leave with buy/sell options
Technically challenging and high-profile projects
Cycle to Work scheme
Electric vehicle scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Regular team building and social initiatives
Opportunity to contribute to charitable and community initiatives
If this is the opportunity for you, please contact Jodie Hodgson at Pertemps