A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Manchester-based design team. This is a high-trust, autonomous role reporting directly to the Head of Design, offering the chance to work across complex projects in the healthcare, leisure, commercial, residential, and industrial sectors.You'll be joining a collaborative, technically driven environment where peer reviews are a large part of the workload in a team size of 10-12 (Design team with a wider 60+ technical group).
Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.
What You'll Be Doing
* Lead mechanical design and technical delivery across a range of UK and international projects
* Conduct peer reviews and support junior engineers with technical guidance
* Collaborate with electrical counterparts and validation teams to troubleshoot and optimise building performance
* Engage in client-side conversations, offering clear, confident advice and technical insight
* Work on bids and proposals with Tier 1 contractors and advisory groups
* Uphold compliance, sustainability, and value engineering principles across all workstreams
* Operate with autonomy while contributing to daily team meetings and shared design reviews
What You'll Bring
* 6-7+ years' experience in mechanical building services design
* Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations and sector-specific standards
* Experience in healthcare, leisure, or commercial sectors preferred - but not essential
* Confidence in peer reviewing and managing technical outputs
* A "safe pair of hands" - self-sufficient, transparent, and not afraid to ask questions
* Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills
* Familiarity with software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Hevacomp, IES, and relevant design tools
Culture & Projects
* Projects range from £4M-£5M in value, with recent work including high-profile commercial developments, healthcare refurbishments, and confidential international commissions.
* The team is mech-heavy, with a strong electrical presence and remote flexibility for senior staff.
* Culture is built on trust, technical excellence, and doing the right thing - no micromanagement, just shared accountability.
* The business is future-focused, with succession planning underway and a commitment to sustainable growth.
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