Principal Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 days remote)
Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 per annum
About the company
Our client is a well-established building services consultancy based in London, recognised for delivering high-quality engineering design solutions across the commercial fit out, residential, and educational sectors. Following a recent partnership with a data-specialist consultancy, the business has expanded its portfolio to include data centre projects, further enhancing its technical expertise and market presence. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation within a supportive and progressive environment.
The role
As Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, you will take a lead role in the delivery of mechanical design solutions across a range of building services projects. You will be responsible for technical leadership, design management, and coordination, as well as supporting the development of junior engineers within the team.
Key responsibilities include
Leading the mechanical design process across commercial, residential, educational, and data centre projects.
Managing and coordinating design activities from concept through to completion.
Ensuring design quality and compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and client requirements.
Providing technical guidance and mentorship to project and design engineers.
Contributing to project planning, resource management, and delivery timelines.
Liaising effectively with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary design teams.
About you
The successful candidate will be an experienced and driven mechanical design engineer with a proven track record in building services consultancy environments.
You will demonstrate strong technical capability, project leadership skills, and a collaborative approach to design and delivery.
Essential skills and experience
Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.
Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards Chartership.
Significant experience in the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects.
Comprehensive understanding of UK Building Regulations, standards, and sustainable design practices.
Excellent communication, coordination, and client engagement skills.
Experience in leading multidisciplinary design teams.
What's on offer
Competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Hybrid working model - three days in the London office and two days working remotely.
Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, including data centres and commercial developments.
Professional development and support towards achieving or maintaining Chartership.
A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment.
To apply
If you are an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer seeking to progress into a Principal role, within a growing and dynamic consultancy, please send your CV to [email protected], for consideration.
Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services
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