Senior Design Engineer; Mechanical

Senior Design Engineer (Mechanical)
Leicester, Nottingham or Solihull
£45,000–£55,000 DOE
Full-Time | Permanent

We are working with a well-established, forward-thinking building services consultancy seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a key technical and client-facing role within a collaborative and sustainability-focused environment.

The position can be based in Leicester, Nottingham, or Solihull, operating under a flexible and agile working framework.

The Role
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a vital role within the mechanical design team, operating with a high degree of autonomy. You will lead selected projects, support and mentor junior engineers, and contribute to delivering technically robust and innovative design solutions across a range of sectors.

This role offers exposure to technically challenging and varied projects, with involvement from concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities
Act as Project Leader on selected projects
Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
Attend client and principal meetings, delivering presentations where required
Promote technical excellence within mechanical engineering
Develop and maintain strong client relationships
Support repeat business through excellent client care
Produce detailed drawings, specifications and design documentation
Carry out engineering calculations or oversee others completing them
Support and guide junior engineers on project delivery
Contribute to projects across multiple sectors including healthcare, education, residential, commercial and industrial
About You

Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (Chartered or working towards preferred)
HNC/HND qualified candidates with strong design experience will also be considered
Minimum 3–4 years’ post-qualification building services design experience
Experience using software including Microsoft Office, Relux/Dialux, Amtech and Revit
Strong knowledge of British and European Standards and Building Regulations
Knowledge of HTMs (desirable)
Professional membership (CIBSE, IET or similar) desirable
Understanding of HV/LV systems
Knowledge of embedded generation and renewable technologies
Working knowledge of BREEAM
Appreciation of electrical engineering to support multidisciplinary meetings
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proactive, organised and motivated with leadership potential
Benefits

£45,000–£55,000 salary (DOE)
Clear career progression opportunities
Agile and flexible working approach
Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay
Generous annual leave with buy/sell options
Exposure to technically challenging and high-profile projects
Cycle to Work scheme
Electric vehicle scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Team building and social initiatives
Opportunities to engage in charitable and community activities
If this is the opportunity for you, please contact Jodie Hodgsoon @ Pertemps