Senior Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Building Services team in Manchester. This is a key role within the team, focused on delivering high-quality mechanical design solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects, while supporting junior engineers and contributing to the continued growth of the team.

About the Office

Located close to Manchester’s Spinningfields cultural hub, our office in the Trinity building offers an ideal place from which to make the most of this vibrant area. Our welcoming and diverse team is working on some of the most prestigious and innovative projects in Manchester, across the UK and around the world. From sustainability-focused offices and commercial premises to cutting-edge healthcare facilities and from award-winning retail developments to major new residential communities, you’ll have the opportunity to play a major role in delivering schemes across a huge range of sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical design for building services projects from concept through to completion
• Support project leads in ensuring technical excellence, budget control, and timely delivery
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external stakeholders
• Prepare and review design calculations, specifications, and drawings
• Contribute to sustainable and low-carbon design solutions in line with industry best practice
• Assist with client engagement and support business development activities where appropriate
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and quality procedures

About You

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Working towards Chartered Engineer status (or recently achieved)
• Experience within a building services consultancy environment
• Proven experience contributing to the delivery of projects
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and industry standards
• Experience across a range of sectors (commercial, residential, healthcare, etc.)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving

Joining our team will give you:

• Competitive salary and benefits package with annual salary reviews
• 26 days holiday per year, rising to 31 days with loyalty days, plus bank holidays
• Fantastic training and development culture
• Access to mentoring support from industry experts
• Opportunity to play a key role in exciting and varied projects
• ICE Training Agreement
• Opportunity to be client-facing and get involved in business development and marketing activities
• Fast-tracked career progression for the right candidates

Job type

Permanent

Industry

Engineering

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