Senior Vertical Transportation Engineer (Lift Design)
Location: Solihull (Flexible UK Office Options) | Agile Working
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Lead Vertical Transportation Design on Landmark UK Projects
This is an opportunity to take a visible, leadership role in shaping vertical transportation design across complex, high-value building projects, including high‑rise residential and large‑scale developments.
You will work alongside well‑established industry experts, with the autonomy to influence design decisions, engage clients directly, and play a key role in growing a specialist function within a respected engineering consultancy.
If you are looking to move beyond pure design into technical leadership and business influence, this role is structured to support that progression.
What's on Offer
* Structured career progression into leadership
* Agile working framework with flexibility across UK offices
* Enhanced annual leave (with buy/sell options)
* Enhanced family leave policies
* Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes
* Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
* Regular team, social, and charitable initiatives
* Exposure to technically challenging, design‑led projects
The Role
* Lead vertical transportation design strategy, including lift selection, sizing, speed calculations, and traffic analysis for complex buildings
* Provide technical authority across projects, supporting MEP teams with specialist lift engineering expertise
* Produce and review specifications, schedules, and technical documentation
* Conduct site surveys and assessments of existing lift installations
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams across all project stages
* Support client engagement and business development, helping secure and grow project opportunities
* Contribute to commissioning and project delivery, ensuring performance and compliance
About You
Essential:
* Proven experience in vertical transportation / lift design within consultancy or lift contractor environments
* Strong capability in lift traffic analysis, system design, and engineering calculations
* Experience delivering projects across sectors such as residential (high‑rise), commercial, or mixed‑use developments
* Ability to operate within multi‑disciplinary building services (MEP) teams
* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage clients and stakeholders
Desirable:
* Experience contributing to business development or client relationship management
* Familiarity with Revit or BIM environments
* Exposure to sustainable / low‑carbon building design
* Degree, HNC, or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
The Opportunity
* Clear pathway into team leadership or management
* Opportunity to build and grow a vertical transportation capability within an established consultancy
* Work on high‑profile, technically complex building projects
* Move into a client‑facing, commercially influential role, not just design delivery
* Join a business actively investing in sustainability and net‑zero engineering solutions
The Company
A well‑established, multi‑disciplinary building services consultancy delivering mechanical, electrical, and low‑carbon design solutions across the UK and internationally. Known for its collaborative culture, technical credibility, and sustainability focus, the business works across sectors including high‑rise residential, healthcare, education, and commercial developments.
With continued growth and investment, the organisation offers engineers the chance to influence design, shape teams, and contribute to long‑term strategic development.
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If you are an experienced Vertical Transportation Engineer looking to step into a broader, more influential role with leadership potential, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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