Location: Sheffield
Job Reference: BH/AM/01
The role
As a key member of a multi-disciplinary team Senior Mechanical Design Engineers will apply their technical knowledge and managerial skills to deliver innovative and economic projects that meet our Clients requirements.
The Senior Mechanical Engineer will act a mentor to junior team members and ensure compliance across the team’s work.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities within this role include:
* Lead the mechanical design delivery of complex, multidiscipline building projects from concept through to completion.
* Manage and mentor a team of mechanical engineers and designers, promoting technical excellence and professional development.
* Act as the primary point of contact for clients, developing strong relationships and ensuring their requirements are met with high-quality solutions.
* Collaborate with other discipline leads (e.g., electrical, structural, civil, architectural) to ensure coordinated and integrated design solutions.
* Provide strategic input to project planning, resourcing, fee proposals, and risk management.
* Oversee quality assurance and technical reviews to ensure compliance with industry standards, building regulations, and client specifications.
* Drive innovation and sustainability in mechanical building services design, incorporating low-carbon and energy-efficient solutions.
* Support business development activities, including attending client meetings, preparing bids, and identifying new project opportunities.
* Contribute to the growth and direction of the consultancy through strategic leadership and operational input.
* Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standard
Requirements
About you:
* Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)
* Chartered Engineer (CEng with CIBSE or IMechE) or working towards is preferred.
* Extensive experience in mechanical building services design within a consultancy environment, ideally across a range of sectors (e.g., commercial, healthcare, education).
* Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary design teams on complex projects from concept to completion.
* Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience mentoring and developing engineering teams.
* Excellent client-facing skills with the ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
* Sound knowledge of relevant UK building regulations, standards, and sustainable design practices.
* Proficient in mechanical design tools and software such as IES, Revit, and AutoCAD.
* Commercial awareness with experience in fee proposal preparation, resource planning, and budget control.
* Proactive, solution-focused approach with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
* Ambitious, collaborative, and committed to delivering high-quality, innovative engineering solutions.
Our organisation offers a range of exciting benefits including:
* 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Full support and guidance towards chartership
* Company funded professional memberships
* Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
* 24/7 GP Access
* Funded team socials and events
* Mega-projects throughout the UK and internationally
* Employee Assistance Plan
Apply Now
The ideal candidate for this role will have experience in a similar role, a degree in a relevant building services-related subject and be chartered or working towards chartership. You will have a sound understanding of AutoCAD and other similar design systems and be an excellent communicator, both written and verbally.
To find apply, please send your CV to Becky Hicks.
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