Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Skilled Careers
London · posted 21 August 2026
Salary
£55,000 – £65,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
London, London
Category
Engineering
Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Central London
Sector: Building Services (M&E)
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Benefits (Depending on Experience)
The Opportunity: Are you an ambitious Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking, multi-disciplinary consultancy We at Skilled Careers are currently partnering with an award-winning building services consultancy based in Central London. They are looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team, focusing on high-profile commercial and mixed-use developments across the capital.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the mechanical design process on complex commercial and mixed-use projects from concept through to detailed design.
Produce sustainable and energy-efficient HVAC designs, ensuring compliance with UK building regulations and CIBSE guidelines.
Coordinate seamlessly with electrical and public health engineers, as well as external architects and contractors.
Mentor and support the development of junior and intermediate engineers within the team.
Attend client meetings, conduct site surveys, and manage project deliverables within set deadlines.
What You Need to Succeed:
A degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
A minimum of 5 years of UK-based consultancy experience, with a strong portfolio in commercial office fit-outs and mixed-use developments.
Proficiency in Hevacomp, IES (desirable), and a solid understanding of Revit/BIM workflows.
Chartered status (CEng) or actively working towards it.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
What’s on Offer:
A highly competitive base salary and performance-related bonus.
Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
Clear pathways for progression to Principal level.
Comprehensive healthcare and pension schemes.
How to Apply: To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please send your CV to Matt Jones at (url removed) or apply directly via this platform
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