Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Position:
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location:

Ipswich, UKSalary:
Competitive + Benefits Contract Type:
Full-time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a collaborative and forward-thinking building services team. This role offers the opportunity to lead mechanical design across a diverse range of public and private sector projects, delivering sustainable and technically robust solutions from concept through to completion. Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and specification of mechanical building services systems including HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, and domestic water services
• Deliver projects through RIBA Stages 1-6, ensuring compliance with current regulations and best practices
• Coordinate with internal disciplines (electrical, architectural, structural) and external stakeholders (clients, contractors, consultants)
• Mentor and support junior engineers and technicians within the team
• Attend client meetings, design reviews, and site inspections as required
• Contribute to fee proposals, resource planning, and project programming
• Ensure designs are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high technical standard
• Support the development of low-carbon and energy-efficient design strategies

? Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered or working toward CEng status with a relevant institution (e.g., CIBSE, IMechE)
• Minimum 5 years' experience in mechanical building services design
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, CIBSE guides, and design codes
• Proficient in designing software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Hevacomp, and IES/TAS
• Experience working on education, healthcare, residential, or public sector projects is advantageous.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills

? Benefits Package

• 8% employer pension contribution
• ? 23 days annual leave + buy holiday scheme
• Flexible working hours (7.5 hours/day between 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
• ? Hybrid working - up to 2 days per week from home
• Professional development and chartership support
• Collaborative team culture and meaningful project work

If you're a passionate mechanical engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a people-focused, design-led consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.

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