Principal Mechanical Engineer

Principal Mechanical Engineer
Built Environment Consultancy
Winchester

Hybrid working

£62,000 per annum + benefits

Due to continued growth, my client is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their experienced MEP team in Winchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior building services professional to lead mechanical design on a diverse range of projects across the residential, healthcare, education, commercial, and regeneration sectors.

You will lead mechanical services design, manage project delivery, and work closely with clients and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, sustainable solutions. The role includes technical leadership, project oversight, and mentoring junior engineers.

• Lead mechanical design and act as project engineer
• Manage and review the work of engineers and specialists
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to deliver project requirements
• Produce designs, calculations, reports, and specifications across RIBA stages
• Use CAD/BIM (ideally Revit) and design tools such as Hevacomp and IES
• Ensure compliance with regulations, QA standards, and health & safety requirements
• Advise on energy efficiency, sustainability, and carbon reduction
• Mentor and support junior engineers and apprentices

• Significant experience in mechanical/building services design
• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification (HNC/HND or higher)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng)
• Strong technical knowledge and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach