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Senior Mechanical Engineer
Location: Cambridge Area (Hybrid)
Salary: GBP55,000:GBP65,000 + Excellent Benefits
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a growing, sustainability-focused building services consultancy. Renowned for delivering innovative mechanical and electrical engineering solutions, the company operates across a diverse range of sectors, including commercial, education, healthcare, heritage, residential, transport, and public sector projects.
This hybrid role offers the chance to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, taking projects from inception to completion. You will have the opportunity to lead mechanical building services design, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the successful delivery of high-quality, sustainable projects.
Benefits
This role offers an attractive benefits package, including:
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Competitive salary of GBP55,000:GBP65,000 (dependent on experience).
- Private healthcare.
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Additional holiday purchase scheme.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Access to an employee reward and discount platform.
- Regular social events to foster team collaboration and engagement.
- Clear career progression opportunities, with support for professional development and promotion.
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Day-to-Day
Your Typical Day Will Involve
- Designing and developing mechanical systems for a variety of building types.
- Attending project meetings with clients and stakeholders.
- Reviewing and approving technical drawings and specifications.
- Conducting site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with design standards.
- Providing guidance and support to junior team members.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions.
Responsibilities
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, your key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects.
- Conducting surveys, feasibility studies, and detailed designs.
- Producing specifications and technical documentation.
- Performing site inspections and managing contract administration.
- Overseeing project programmes, ensuring quality standards and technical delivery.
- Mentoring and supporting junior engineers and technicians.
- Collaborating with architects, contractors, and wider design teams to achieve project goals.
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Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
- 3-5+ years of experience in building services design.
- Strong technical knowledge of mechanical building services.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (experience with Revit is desirable).
- Proven ability to manage projects and mentor junior staff.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A full UK driving licence.
Additional Information
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available for this position.
If you are an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking consultancy that delivers sustainable engineering solutions across a broad range of sectors, we would love to hear from you.
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