Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Posted 08 August 2025
Salary £45k - 55k per year
LocationBirmingham
Job type Permanent - Full Time
Discipline Buildings
ReferenceJO0000060471

Job description

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in building a brand-new MEP team and shaping its future?

Our client is seeking an ambitious Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their brand-new Birmingham office team. This is a business-critical role that will form the cornerstone of their growth ambitions, supported by a solid pipeline of healthcare, residential, and industrial projects.

They have a strong foundation of established clients and an excellent reputation for delivering quality engineering solutions. With this role comes genuine progression potential. You could realistically step up within 6-12 months as the team grows.

Why Join This Team?

·New team, fresh opportunities - influence processes, culture, and growth from day one
·Varied, high-profile projects - healthcare (knowledge of healthcare building regs desirable), residential developments, and industrial schemes
·Clear progression - promotion opportunities within your first year based on performance
·Competitive salary up to £55,000
·Hybrid working and flexible hours to support work-life balance
·Generous holiday allowance plus additional leave schemes
·Pension scheme and professional memberships paid
 
Key Responsibilities:

·Lead mechanical design elements across multiple building services projects
·Deliver high-quality technical designs to RIBA Stages 1-4
·Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and other disciplines to ensure smooth project delivery
·Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development
·Ensure designs meet relevant regulations, including healthcare-specific requirements
 
What They're Looking For:

·Proven track record as a Mechanical Design Engineer within a building services consultancy
·Experience across healthcare, residential, or industrial projects
·Strong working knowledge of UK building regulations, with an advantage if familiar with healthcare guidelines (HTM, HBN)
·Ability to take a brief, work independently, and deliver to deadlines
·Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
 
This is your chance to get in at the start of something big. Make an impact, progress quickly, and be part of a company with ambitious growth plans.

Apply Now: Contact Charlie Weeks at charlie.weeks@carringtonwest.com or call 02393 876048.