Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Southampton
£55,000 + Benefits | Hybrid Working (Min. 2 Days in Office)

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking for the next step in your career? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing building services consultancy in Southampton, working on a diverse range of projects – with the opportunity to expand into the data centre sector.

The Role:

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality mechanical design solutions across a variety of building services projects, including commercial, residential, and education sectors. With a strong pipeline of work, this role also offers the chance to develop expertise in data centres – one of the fastest-growing sectors in the industry.

Key Responsibilities:

✅ Lead mechanical design projects from concept to completion.
✅ Carry out design calculations, drawings, and technical specifications.
✅ Work closely with internal teams, clients, and external consultants.
✅ Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
✅ Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.
✅ Attend client meetings and site visits as required.

What We’re Looking For:

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services.
Minimum 5+ years’ experience in building services mechanical design.
Strong knowledge of HVAC, ventilation, and cooling systems.
Experience with Hevacomp, IES, or Revit MEP is desirable.
A keen interest in progressing into data centre projects.
Ability to work collaboratively and manage project deadlines.

What’s on Offer?

Salary circa £55,000 (DOE)
Hybrid working – Minimum 2 days in the office
Clear career progression into data centre projects
Support for training and development
Flexible working options

If you’re a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take on an exciting new challenge, apply now or get in touch with Darryll Gibson.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.