Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services

We are partnered with a well-established M&E Building Services design consultancy specialising in critical environments, including data centres, healthcare facilities, government buildings and commercial developments. Known for delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical designs for complex building services systems, the business combines deep technical expertise with a collaborative, close-knit working culture.

The company operates as a small, highly skilled design practice, offering engineers exceptional project exposure, autonomy, and a clear development pathway within a supportive team environment.

They are now seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join the team at their North London (Stanmore) office, supporting a growing portfolio of projects scheduled to commence in the New Year.

The organisation is experiencing sustained demand across multiple sectors and continues to expand its design workload across critical infrastructure projects in the UK.

If you are an experienced mechanical design engineer looking for autonomy, technical challenge and long-term career development, apply today.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical building services designs for critical environments
• Carry out engineering calculations using industry-standard software
• Produce technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation
• Conduct site surveys, inspections and condition reports
• Attend and contribute to technical meetings with consultants and contractors
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to graduates and junior engineers

Skills / Must-Have

• Mechanical building services design experience
• Ability to develop designs with a degree of autonomy
• Strong willingness to learn and articulate clear career goals
• Engineering qualification (Degree, BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services)
• Awareness of mechanical or electrical design software
• SC clearable (Security Check)

Nice-to-Have

• Experience using Amtech, Revit, IES or Dialux
• Exposure to data centre or other critical environment projects

Benefits

• Clear, self-led development pathway with bespoke development plans
• Quarterly performance and development reviews
• High levels of autonomy and trust
• Close-knit, supportive team environment
• Exposure to complex, technically challenging projects

Salary

• £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience