Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title:

Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Location:

Woking

Job Type: Permanent

Sector:
Building Services

Start Date:

Flexible

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum

Overview

A new vacancy has been created for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing Building Services team in Woking.

This is a senior-level opportunity suited to a technically strong mechanical engineer who can take ownership of projects, lead design delivery, and play a key role within the wider engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical design of building services projects from concept through to completion
Take technical ownership of HVAC, heating, cooling and ventilation systems
Produce and review detailed mechanical calculations and specifications
Oversee drawing production and ensure compliance with UK standards
Coordinate with electrical, public health and other multidisciplinary teams
Attend client and design team meetings
Mentor and support junior engineers
Contribute to maintaining high technical and quality standards

Requirements

Proven experience operating at the Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer level
Strong background in Building Services mechanical design
Excellent technical knowledge of HVAC and associated systems
Experience delivering projects across multiple RIBA stages
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to manage workload and support project deadlines

Candidate Profile

You will be a confident and experienced Mechanical Design Engineer ready to step into (or continue within) a principal-level position.

This role offers the opportunity to influence project delivery and contribute to the continued growth of a technically focused engineering team in Woking.

If you are an experienced mechanical design professional seeking your next senior-level opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you