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

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.

• 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

• 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

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