Senior or Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer – Building Services

Location: Birmingham
Contract Type: Permanent
Sector: Building Services Engineering

Are you passionate about solving complex engineering challenges? Do you thrive on creating sustainable solutions that benefit both society and the environment? Are you naturally inquisitive and eager to innovate?

If this resonates with you, then this opportunity could be a perfect fit. We are looking for a Senior or Prinicpal Mechanical Engineer to join our Building Services team, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Your Role

As a Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer, you’ll be a key player in our team, taking ownership of projects, delivering high-quality mechanical designs, and maintaining excellent client relationships. You will be working on a variety of projects, from local initiatives to international landmark developments, depending on your interest and expertise.

We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture and focus on technical excellence. This role offers not just professional growth but the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that embraces innovation, particularly in digital and parametric design.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering aspects of MEP projects, managing your own discipline while coordinating with other engineering teams.
• Work independently with minimal supervision on all technical aspects of your field.
• Deliver detailed designs and oversee work completed by junior engineers.
• Build strong internal and external relationships, leveraging your expertise to inspire confidence and drive project success.
• Manage project timelines, ensuring all deliverables meet deadlines and align with client expectations.
• If acting as Project Manager, coordinate tasks, allocate resources, and ensure smooth project execution.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, particularly in digital and parametric design, contributing to smarter, more efficient ways of working.

What You Need to Succeed

We are committed to supporting your professional and personal development, but to excel in this role, you should bring:

• A degree (or HNC) in mechanical engineering or a related discipline, accredited by CIBSE, IET, or IMechE.
• A proven track record in mechanical building services design.
• Working towards or having achieved IEng or CEng status.
• The ability to work autonomously and take full ownership of technical tasks.
• A passion for client engagement, with strong communication skills to simplify complex ideas.
• An interest in or experience with digital and parametric design tools.

Why apply?

• A clear pathway for career development, with mentorship and training to support your growth.
• A leadership team that values and supports innovation.
• A welcoming and inclusive workplace where individuality is celebrated.
• Opportunities to work on impactful projects alongside talented colleagues and clients.
• The long-term vision and stability of a foundation-owned company.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Apply now or reach out to Darryll Gibson for more details.

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.