Project Engineer, Building Services Engineering (Mechanical)

Posted 2 February 2026 / Deadline for application 28 February 2026

Project Engineer - Mechanical & Electrical Building Services (MEP)

Rolton is an established, award winning, professional multi-disciplinary engineering practice. We are looking for a Project Engineer to join our Mechanical & Electrical Building Services (MEP) team, providing engineering support to several Blue Chip International Brands. Experience in automotive, advanced manufacturing, commercial/industrial, retail, residential, education and data centres is essential.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will manage small to medium scale projects and individual engineering tasks under the leadership of the Associate/Principal Engineer, including:

• Creating, developing, and finalising engineering design solutions for electrical services elements.
• Co ordinating with other team members, project teams, clients, and design professionals.
• Conducting survey work and site inspections.
• Performing design calculations using hand methods and software modelling.
• Preparing drawings, technical specifications, and technical reports.
• Identifying and resolving problems early.
• Representing Rolton at meetings.
• Collaborating with graduates, Assistant Project Engineers, and administrative staff.
• Seeking additional opportunities within existing and new client relationships.
• Taking responsibility for professional and personal development.

Qualifications

• At least five (5) years post graduate 'hands on' design experience in building services consultancy.
• Working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with either CIBSE, IMechE, or equivalent.
• Degree in building services, architectural engineering, or equivalent (Bachelor's or Master's).
• High level of computer literacy: Microsoft Word, Excel, Autodesk Revit MEP, National Building Specification (NBS), ESDL TAS, and/or IES VE.
• Ability to operate as part of a wider project team, represent the company with confidence, and work independently with high attention to accuracy and detail.

Benefits & Development

We offer an internal mentoring and training program aimed at developing the individual Engineer, with opportunities to progress to Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or similar.

Location & Reporting

• Location: Peterborough, Higham Ferrers, London or Birmingham
• Reporting to: Associate/Principal Engineer
• Reference: PEMEPM0408

How to Apply

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Equal Opportunities

The company is fully committed to fair and equal treatment of all employees and applicants; we discriminate on talent and talent alone.