We are seeking an experienced and commercially aware Associate Director of Mechanical Engineering to lead and grow our capability in the design and delivery of laboratories, research facilities, and highly serviced technical buildings.
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This is a senior leadership role for a mechanically biased building services engineer with deep experience in lab environments, complex ventilation strategies, containment, specialist gases, and temperature-critical systems. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee technical excellence, develop client relationships, and play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of our science & technology portfolio.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead mechanical design delivery across laboratory, R&D, cleanroom, and technical facility projects from feasibility through to construction
Provide technical authority on:
Laboratory ventilation and containment strategies
Fume cupboards, LEV, and specialist extract systems
Specialist gases and piped services
Close control heating, cooling, and humidity systems
Pressure regime design and environmental control
Act as Project Director / Technical Lead on complex projects
Develop and maintain key client relationships within science, higher education, pharma, and research sectors
Mentor and develop engineering teams and future leaders
Contribute to business development, fee proposals, and framework bids
Ensure quality, consistency, and innovation in technical delivery across the team
Support the integration of low-carbon and energy-efficient solutions into laboratory environmentsWhat We're Looking For:
Degree qualified in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering
Chartered Engineer (or working toward) with CIBSE/IMechE
10+ years experience in building services consultancy
Proven experience delivering laboratory / research / technical facility projects
Strong knowledge of HTM, CIBSE, BS, and laboratory design guidance
Experience leading Stage 3 to 5 design and contractor coordination
Commercial awareness and experience in fee management and project resourcing
Confident communicator with experience presenting to clients and stakeholders
Experience managing and mentoring engineering teamsDesirable xsngvjr Experience:
Cleanrooms or containment level laboratories (CL2/CL3/CL4)
Pharmaceutical, life sciences, or university research facilities
BREEAM / sustainability integration in lab design
Digital design coordination (Revit / BIM environments)
What We Offer
Opportunity to lead and shape a growing science & technology sector
Clear pathway to Director level
Flexible and hybrid working
Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package
A collaborative culture focused on technical excellence and innovationApply
If you are a lead mechanical engineer with a passion for technically challenging environments and want to take a leadership role in delivering world-class laboratory facilities, we would love to hear from you