SENIOR / PRINCIPAL PUBLIC HEALTH ENGINEER
Solihull Full-time, Permanent
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Our client is a highly regarded MEP and environmental building services consultancy on a mission to design net zero buildings. With over 230 specialists across multiple UK offices, they deliver exemplar engineering solutions across healthcare, education, commercial and industrial sectors. Sustainability is at the core of everything they do, and they're committed to raising global standards in MEP engineering whilst designing better spaces for the world.
THE ROLE
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Public Health Engineer to join a forward-thinking, sustainability-led consultancy at either a Senior or Principal level, depending on your experience. You'll take a leading role in the design and delivery of public health engineering systems across a diverse and high-profile project portfolio — with a clear pathway to grow into a principal and leadership position for the right candidate.
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead technical excellence in public health engineering, shape best practice, and work on projects that genuinely make a difference.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead the design and delivery of public health systems including HWCS, drainage, gas and medical gases across healthcare, education, commercial and industrial projects through all RIBA stages
Carry out hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, pressure zone design and legionella risk assessments in line with current guidance
Incorporate water efficiency, greywater recycling and rainwater harvesting strategies into building services designs
Act as a key client contact, managing relationships, attending design team meetings and driving successful project delivery
Oversee BIM/Revit MEP model development, ensuring full coordination of public health services across all disciplines
Prepare, review and issue design calculations, specifications, drawings and tender documentation
Mentor junior and intermediate engineers, and review work to maintain the highest technical standards
Support business development including bid writing and fee proposals (Principal level)
Carry out site visits to review installations and resolve technical queries during construction
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Water Regulations, CIBSE guidance, HSE L8 / HTM 04-01 and Building Regulations Part H
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Degree qualified in Building Services Engineering, Public Health Engineering or a related discipline
7+ years' experience in public health engineering design
Strong technical knowledge of hot and cold water systems, drainage, gas installations and legionella control
Proven experience leading projects and managing client relationships
Proficiency in AutoCAD and BIM/Revit MEP
Thorough understanding of Water Regulations (WRAS), Building Regulations Part H, and CIBSE/CIPHE guidance
Knowledge of legionella risk assessment and control (HSE L8, HTM 04-01)
Strong leadership, communication and mentoring skills
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng)
Member of CIBSE, CIPHE or similar professional body
Experience with healthcare projects and medical gas systems (HTM 02-01)
Knowledge of sustainable water strategies (greywater, rainwater harvesting, water efficiency)
Experience across healthcare, education, commercial or industrial sectors
Business development or bid writing experience
WHAT'S ON OFFER
Competitive salary and benefits package
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Chartership support and professional membership funding
Sustainability-led, purpose-driven culture
Varied, landmark project portfolio
Strong mentorship and CPD programme
Clear progression opportunities to Principal / Associate / Director level
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Involvement in business development and strategic growth