Senior Design Engineer (Mechanical)
Leicester, Nottingham or Solihull
£45,000-£55,000 DOE
Full-Time | Permanent
We are working with a well‑established, forward‑thinking building services consultancy seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a key technical and client‑facing role within a collaborative and sustainability‑focused environment.
The position can be based in Leicester, Nottingham, or Solihull, operating under a flexible and agile working framework.
The Role
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a vital role within the mechanical design team, operating with a high degree of autonomy. You will lead selected projects, support and mentor junior engineers, and contribute to delivering technically robust and innovative design solutions across a range of sectors.
This role offers exposure to technically challenging and varied projects, with involvement from concept through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as Project Leader on selected projects
* Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
* Attend client and principal meetings, delivering presentations where required
* Promote technical excellence within mechanical engineering
* Develop and maintain strong client relationships
* Support repeat business through excellent client care
* Produce detailed drawings, specifications and design documentation
* Carry out engineering calculations or oversee others completing them
* Support and guide junior engineers on project delivery
* Contribute to projects across multiple sectors including healthcare, education, residential, commercial and industrial
About You
* Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (Chartered or working towards preferred)
* HNC/HND qualified candidates with strong design experience will also be considered
* Minimum 3-4 years' post-qualification building services design experience
* Experience using software including Microsoft Office, Relux/Dialux, Amtech and Revit
* Strong knowledge of British and European Standards and Building Regulations
* Knowledge of HTMs (desirable)
* Professional membership (CIBSE, IET or similar) desirable
* Understanding of HV/LV systems
* Knowledge of embedded generation and renewable technologies
* Working knowledge of BREEAM
* Appreciation of electrical engineering to support multidisciplinary meetings
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Proactive, organised and motivated with leadership potential
Benefits
* £45,000-£55,000 salary (DOE)
* Clear career progression opportunities
* Agile and flexible working approach
* Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay
* Generous annual leave with buy/sell options
* Exposure to technically challenging and high‑profile projects
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Electric vehicle scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Team building and social initiatives
* Opportunities to engage in charitable and community activities
If this is the opportunity for you, please contact Jodie Hodgsoon @ Pertemps
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