Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer - Building Services

Location: Bolton Full-time Salary: Up to £55,000

Company Information Join a leading M&E contractor who specialise in the design, installation, and maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems across a variety of sectors, including commercial, healthcare, education, residential, and industrial.

Position Overview Seeking a talented and motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a growing Building Services design team. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordination of a variety of exciting and challenging projects.

Key Responsibilities

Design and specification of mechanical building services systems, including HVAC, domestic water, drainage, and specialist systems

Produce detailed calculations using industry software such as Hevacomp, Revit MEP, and AutoCAD

Prepare design drawings, technical specifications, and tender documentation

Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, architects, and external consultants to ensure seamless integration of building services

Attend design team meetings, site visits, and inspections as required

Ensure designs comply with current legislation, standards, and best practice (e.g., CIBSE, Building Regulations, BREEAM)

Key Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)

Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical building services design

Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Hevacomp, or similar

Sound knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and codes of practice (CIBSE, ASHRAE, BS EN)

Membership or working towards membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIBSE, IMechE) desirable

Full UK driving licence preferred

What We Offer

Competitive salary of £55,000

5% pension, private healthcare, and flexible working hours

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Opportunities for career progression and professional development

Support with chartership and ongoing training

Collaborative and supportive working environment

Involvement in high-profile and technically complex projects

What to do now? If this role sounds of interest to you, please apply below!

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