Senior Mechanical Design Engineers

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Solihull Salary: Competitive + Benefits Working Pattern: Full-time, 36.25 hours (Agile / Hybrid)

The Opportunity A well-established and progressive building services consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support continued growth across its Midlands and West Midlands teams. This is a technically driven, client-facing role where you will take ownership of mechanical MEP design delivery across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will work on sustainability-led developments, contributing to innovative, low-carbon solutions across sectors including healthcare, education, residential, commercial, and industrial.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of mechanical building services design on a range of projects

Act as Project Leader on selected schemes, ensuring quality, programme, and budget targets are met

Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams on complex developments

Attend client meetings and deliver technical presentations

Mentor and support junior engineers within the team

Produce and review design calculations, technical specifications, and drawings

Ensure compliance with UK regulations, British Standards, and industry best practice

Contribute to improving technical standards and engineering quality within the team

Build strong client relationships to support repeat business opportunities

About You

Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering / Building Services Engineering (or HNC/HND with relevant experience)

Working towards or holding Chartered status (CIBSE / IET)

Minimum 3+ years’ experience in mechanical building services design

Proficient in software such as Revit, Amtech, Dialux/Relux, and Microsoft Office

Strong understanding of HVAC systems, heating/cooling design, and mechanical infrastructure

Knowledge of renewable technologies and low-carbon design principles

Understanding of BREEAM and sustainable building design

Familiarity with HTMs (desirable)

Awareness of electrical systems to support multidisciplinary coordination

Strong communication skills with experience in client-facing environments

Ability to manage workload independently and deliver to tight deadlines

Why Apply?

Work on high-impact, sustainability-focused projects

Join a collaborative and people-focused engineering consultancy

Clear progression pathway with support toward Chartership

Exposure to a wide variety of sectors and technically challenging work

Flexible, agile working model

Benefits

Competitive salary and enhanced family-friendly policies

Generous annual leave + buy/sell scheme

Agile / hybrid working

Cycle to work & electric vehicle schemes

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Eye care vouchers

Team-building and social events

Referral bonus scheme

Apply Now If you are a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to step into a senior role with greater responsibility, autonomy, and project exposure, we would be keen to hear from you.