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Associate Mechanical Engineer

Salary: Circa £85,000 DOE | London

A well-established multidisciplinary consultancy is looking to appoint an Associate Mechanical Engineer to support the continued growth of its Building Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer seeking a leadership position within a respected consultancy that delivers projects across the commercial, residential, education, healthcare, heritage, and public sectors.

The role offers the opportunity to take ownership of projects, lead client relationships, mentor engineers, and play a key part in the strategic development of the mechanical engineering team.

The Role

As an Associate Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of complex building services projects while supporting the growth and development of both clients and colleagues. You will work closely with senior leadership and have a genuine opportunity to influence the direction of the business.

This position would suit a Senior Mechanical Engineer ready for the next step, or an existing Associate looking for greater responsibility and career progression.

Typical Projects

Large residential and mixed-use developmentsCommercial office new builds and refurbishmentsEducation projects across schools and universitiesHealthcare facilities and public sector schemesHeritage and listed building refurbishmentsLeisure, community, and civic buildings

Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical design and delivery of multiple projectsManage client relationships and act as a key point of contactOversee project programmes, resources, and technical deliveryReview and sign off engineering designs and reportsMentor and develop junior and senior engineersSupport business development and fee proposal activitiesCollaborate with directors and senior stakeholders on team growth strategies

Requirements

Strong UK consultancy experience within Building Services EngineeringProven experience leading mechanical design projectsExcellent client-facing and stakeholder management skillsCommercial awareness and project management capabilityExperience managing and mentoring engineering teamsChartered status or working towards Chartership would be advantageous

Whats On Offer?

✅ Salary circa £85,000 DOE
✅ Flexible hybrid working
✅ Genuine leadership opportunity
✅ Diverse portfolio of high-quality projects
✅ Clear progression towards Director level
✅ Supportive and collaborative working culture
✅ Long-term career prospects within an established consultancy

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Associate Mechanical Engineer looking to join a highly regarded consultancy where they can influence projects, develop teams, and play a key role in the future growth of the business.

For a confidential discussion and further details, please get in touch.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Salary: Circa £65,000 DOE | London | Hybrid

A well-established multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its growing Building Services team. With a strong reputation across the commercial, residential, education, healthcare, heritage, and public sectors, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to take on greater project responsibility and progress their career within a supportive environment.

Working alongside experienced engineers and project leaders, youll play a key role in delivering high-quality mechanical building services designs across a diverse range of projects throughout the UK.

The Role

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will lead the mechanical design and coordination of projects from concept through to completion, working closely with clients, architects, contractors, and fellow design disciplines.

Youll have the opportunity to influence project outcomes, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the continued growth of the business.

Typical Projects

Residential developments ranging from boutique schemes to large mixed-use projectsCommercial office refurbishments and new-build developmentsEducation facilities including schools and higher education projectsHealthcare and public sector buildingsHeritage and listed building refurbishmentsLeisure and community developments

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical design on a variety of building services projectsProduce and review specifications, calculations, reports, and technical drawingsAttend client and design team meetingsCoordinate with internal and external project stakeholdersSupport and mentor junior members of the engineering teamEnsure projects are delivered on time and to a high technical standardAssist with fee proposals and project planning where required

Requirements

Experience working within a UK Building Services Consultancy environmentStrong mechanical design experience across a range of sectorsProficient with industry-standard design softwareGood understanding of current Building Regulations and industry standardsExcellent communication and client-facing skillsAmbition to progress within a growing consultancy

Whats On Offer?

✅ Salary circa £65,000 DOE
✅ Flexible hybrid working arrangement
✅ Diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors
✅ Clear career progression opportunities
✅ Supportive and collaborative team environment
✅ Long-term stability within an established consultancy

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer looking to join a respected consultancy with a strong project pipeline, excellent staff retention, and genuine opportunities for career development.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Freelance Mechanical Design Engineer - Data Centres

6-Month Contract | Fully Remote from South Africa | Potential Extension

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with Data Centre or Mission Critical design experience looking for your next international project?

We are partnering with one of Ireland's largest MEP consultancies, with approximately 90% of their workload focused on Data Centre projects across Europe.

They are looking for a **Mechanical Design Engineer** to join their team on an initial **6-month contract, with a strong opportunity for the contract to be extended**, working fully remotely from South Africa.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on major European Data Centre projects, collaborate with international engineering teams and gain valuable international project exposure - all while remaining based in South Africa.

The Opportunity

You will contribute to the mechanical design and delivery of technically complex Data Centre projects, working alongside experienced multidisciplinary engineering teams.

The role will involve supporting projects through various design stages and ensuring mechanical systems meet the required technical, performance and resilience standards.

What's on Offer?

* 6-month contract with potential for extension
* Fully remote from South Africa
* Work on major European Data Centre projects
* International project and client exposure
* Opportunity to work with an established and rapidly growing MEP consultancy
* Strong pipeline of Data Centre projects
* Potential for longer-term project work

What We're Looking For

* Degree or relevant qualification in Mechanical Engineering / Building Services Engineering
* Data Centre design or Mission Critical experience - essential
* Strong mechanical design experience within an MEP / Building Services consultancy
* Experience designing mechanical systems for large-scale and technically complex projects
* Strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, cooling, heating and ventilation systems
* Understanding of resilience, redundancy and critical mechanical systems
* Experience working across concept and detailed design stages
* Strong technical and communication skills
* Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with international teams
* Own laptop suitable for professional engineering design work and remote working

Highly Desirable

* Experience working on European Data Centre projects
* Previous experience within a Mission Critical environment
* Experience with large-scale or technically complex Data Centre projects

About You

You're an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with a background in Data Centre design and/or Mission Critical environments, and you're comfortable working independently as part of an international project team.

If you're looking for a fully remote contract opportunity working on major European Data Centre projects from South Africa, with the potential for the initial 6-month contract to be extended, I'd love to hear from you.

Interested?

If you're available for a new contract opportunity and have Data Centre or Mission Critical design experience, please get in touch.

R3,000 referral fee available for a successful referral.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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We have an opportunity for an experienced Senior / Principal Mechanical Engineer, in our clients head office, focusing on the Data Centre sector. You will have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and technically challenges projects within this fast paced sector. Our client is currently involved in numerous projects, working with Colocation Providers, End Users and Enterprise clients, both within the UK and across EMEA.

You will be providing: advice to clients regarding mechanical systems/requirements available to meet their business needs.
Leading the design of data centre mechanical systems and equipment
Provide written reports of system options in the form of design development notes.
Produce technical specifications for mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and client requirements
Produce calculations, technical/equipment specification documentation for tender.
Monitor installation of designed equipment/systems to ensure compliance with employers' requirements, design specifications and all relevant safety codes.


About your experience - you should have

Knowledge and experience in designing mechanical systems for data centres
Chartered status (or working towards Chartered status) with CIBSE or IMechE
Technical MEP knowledge of relevant UK and EU regulations, design guides, etc
Have an understanding of the of Uptime Institute Tier Classification System
Flexible approach to meet the demands of projects
Have working understanding of TAS of IES and Hevacomp to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects
Have understanding of working with RevitMEP or other 3D design software to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects
Have working knowledge of AutoCAD to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects
Able to work as part of a team as well as ability to effectively lead, direct and mentor individuals within and outside of the team
Experience of working to timescales and deadlines

Work is normally on a hybrid basis

Your expert recruitment consultant is Trevor Parsons, email [email protected] for more details.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Intermediate or Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Kent | Hybrid Working | Up to £60k

Multidisciplinary Engineering Consultancy | Complex & Technical Projects

Are you an Intermediate or Senior Mechanical Engineer looking for a role where you can take genuine ownership of projects, work across technically challenging buildings, and have direct involvement with clients and the wider design team?

This is an opportunity to join an established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with over 30 years of experience, bringing together mechanical, electrical, public health, fire engineering, sustainability, project management and building validation expertise.

The business works across the UK and internationally, delivering coordinated engineering solutions across sectors including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, data centres, industrial, defence and aviation.

The Opportunity

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll become an important part of the MEP team, taking responsibility for the technical delivery of projects while working alongside engineers from other disciplines.

The consultancy's approach is centred around practical engineering, buildability, coordination and value engineering, rather than design in isolation. You'll therefore have the opportunity to see your work develop from early feasibility through to detailed design, construction and completion.

You'll be responsible for:

Leading mechanical building services design across a variety of projectsTaking projects through relevant RIBA stages, from early concept through to technical deliveryDeveloping HVAC strategies and producing calculations, specifications and technical documentationWorking closely with electrical, public health and fire engineering teams to deliver fully coordinated designsAttending client, contractor and design team meetingsProviding technical input and resolving complex engineering challengesReviewing designs and ensuring technical quality throughout project deliverySupporting and mentoring junior and intermediate engineersDeveloping strong relationships with clients, architects and other project stakeholdersContributing to the continued growth and development of the mechanical engineering teamWhat They're Looking ForStrong experience in mechanical building services designProven consultancy experience across one or more relevant sectorsStrong technical understanding of HVAC and mechanical systemsExperience taking ownership of projects and technical deliverablesComfortable working directly with clients, architects and contractorsGood understanding of UK regulations, standards and industry best practiceExperience mentoring or supporting less experienced engineersChartered or working towards chartership would be advantageousWhy This Opportunity?

Technical variety - Work across a broad range of sectors, from commercial and residential projects through to healthcare, education, data centres, defence and aviation.

Multidisciplinary environment - Rather than operating in a silo, you'll work alongside in-house electrical, public health, fire and sustainability specialists.

End-to-end project exposure - The team delivers MEP design from RIBA Stage 0 through to Stage 7, including design development, tender support, construction monitoring and post-occupancy evaluation.

International exposure - The consultancy has project experience across 14 countries and three continents, giving engineers the opportunity to work on projects beyond the UK market.

Development - The business places a strong emphasis on developing engineers at every stage of their career, with senior professionals encouraged to share knowledge and support the next generation.

This would suit a Mechanical Engineer who wants to be technically involved, client-facing and genuinely accountable for their projects, while working within a multidisciplinary consultancy where engineering quality and practical delivery are central to the business.

Whether you're working in larger corporate companies or a small SME, this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info at the email below; we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, reachable via [email protected]. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Intermediate Mechanical Engineer | Manchester

Work on impactful healthcare and education projects

Are you an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer looking to develop your skills, gain exposure to exciting projects and work alongside a talented multidisciplinary team?

We're partnering with a leading multidisciplinary design practice seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer to join its Manchester studio. You'll work alongside experienced engineers, architects, designers and sustainability specialists, contributing to projects that make a meaningful difference to the built environment.

The Manchester team is currently working on a new hospital scheme, offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to a significant healthcare development while continuing to build your technical expertise.

The Role

You'll be involved in the delivery of mechanical building services projects, gaining exposure to all stages of the design process, from initial concepts through to detailed design and delivery.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Assisting with mechanical building services designs and strategies.
* Carrying out engineering calculations and producing technical specifications.
* Preparing design drawings, reports and technical documentation.
* Coordinating mechanical designs with architects, engineers and other consultants.
* Working closely with senior engineers and contributing to client and design team meetings.
* Developing your technical expertise while taking increasing responsibility for your own work.

The Projects

You'll have the opportunity to work across a portfolio focused on **healthcare and education projects**.

A key highlight is the team's current involvement in a new hospital scheme, giving you the opportunity to contribute to a major healthcare project alongside experienced professionals.

You'll also have the opportunity to work on significant education developments across Manchester and the wider North West.

About You

You'll have a solid foundation in mechanical building services design and be looking to build on your experience within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment.

Ideally, you'll have:

* Experience in mechanical building services design within a consultancy environment.
* A good understanding of mechanical design principles, calculations and relevant industry standards.
* Strong Revit experience - Revit is essential for this role.
* Experience or an interest in healthcare and/or education projects.
* Strong communication and coordination skills.
* A proactive approach to learning and developing your technical capabilities.

You may also be working towards Chartership or considering your longer-term professional development.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

You'll be joining a collaborative multidisciplinary practice with the opportunity to contribute to high-profile healthcare and education projects, including a new hospital scheme currently being delivered by the Manchester team.

Whether you're currently working within a larger consultancy or a smaller SME, this is an opportunity to broaden your project experience, strengthen your technical skills and continue progressing your career.

If you're an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer with strong Revit experience and are considering your next move, I'd love to hear from you.

Please feel free to apply or get in touch via the email below. I'd be happy to arrange a confidential conversation at a time that suits you to discuss the opportunity and what you're looking for in your next role.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Mechanical Design Engineer | Data Centres

6-Month Contract | Strong potential to extend beyond 1 year | Fully Remote from South Africa

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with proven Data Centre experience looking to work on international projects?

We're partnering with one of Ireland's largest MEP consultancies, with approximately 90% of its workload focused on Data Centre projects.

You'll support the mechanical design and delivery of complex, large-scale Data Centre projects, working with experienced multidisciplinary teams across various design stages.

Requirements:

Mechanical Engineering / Building Services qualification

Proven Data Centre or Mission Critical experience - essential

Strong HVAC, cooling, chilled water and ventilation knowledge

Experience across concept and detailed design

Strong technical and communication skills

What's on offer:

Fully remote from South Africa

6-month contract with potential for long-term extension

Exposure to major hyperscale Data Centre projects

International project experience

Strong pipeline of Data Centre work

R3,000 referral fee available for a successful referral.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Freelance Mechanical Design Engineer - Data Centres

6-Month Contract | Fully Remote from South Africa

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with proven Data Centre experience looking for your next international project?

We are partnering with one of Ireland's largest MEP consultancies, with approximately 90% of their workload focused on Data Centre projects across Europe.

They are looking for a Freelance Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team on a 6-month contract, working remotely from South Africa.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale hyperscale Data Centre projects, collaborate with international engineering teams and gain valuable European project exposure all while remaining based in South Africa.

The Opportunity

You'll be responsible for contributing to the mechanical design and delivery of technically complex Data Centre projects, working alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams.

The role will involve supporting projects through various design stages and ensuring mechanical systems meet the required technical, performance and resilience standards.

There may also be opportunities for occasional international travel for client meetings, project workshops and site visits.

What's on Offer?

* 6-month freelance contract
* Fully remote from South Africa
* Work on major European hyperscale Data Centre projects
* International client and project exposure
* Potential travel to Europe
* Opportunity to work with an established and rapidly growing MEP consultancy
* Strong pipeline of Data Centre projects

What Were Looking For

* Degree or relevant qualification in Mechanical Engineering / Building Services Engineering
* Proven Data Centre / Mission Critical experience - essential
* Strong mechanical design experience within an MEP / Building Services consultancy
* Experience designing mechanical systems for large-scale projects
* Strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, cooling, heating and ventilation systems
* Understanding of resilience, redundancy and critical mechanical systems
* Experience working across concept, detailed design and project delivery
* Strong communication and technical skills

Highly Desirable

* Previous hyperscale Data Centre experience
* Experience working on Data Centre projects

About You

You're an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong background in Data Centres / Mission Critical environments and are comfortable working independently within international project teams.

If youre looking for a flexible freelance opportunity that gives you exposure to major European Data Centre projects while remaining based in South Africa, this could be an excellent next project.

Interested?

If you're available for a new freelance opportunity and have the required Data Centre experience, I'd love to hear from you.

R3,000 referral fee available for a successful referral.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Senior / Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
London | Hybrid Working | Up to £65k

About the Company

A growing engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join its Building Services team.

The business delivers engineering expertise across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout the UK, supporting clients across sectors including commercial, defence, public sector, transportation, utilities and infrastructure. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and collaborative working, they provide engineers with the opportunity to work on challenging and high-profile projects while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a well-established team delivering innovative and sustainable building services solutions.

You'll be involved in projects from concept through to completion, working closely with clients, architects, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams to deliver high-quality, low-carbon engineering solutions.

For those operating at Principal level, the role offers additional responsibility around project leadership, client management and mentoring junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services systems across a range of projects
* Develop innovative and energy-efficient HVAC, heating, cooling and public health solutions
* Produce and review design calculations, specifications and technical reports
* Coordinate with electrical, sustainability and structural teams to deliver integrated design solutions
* Attend client, contractor and design team meetings
* Undertake site visits and provide technical support during construction
* Manage project programmes, resources and deliverables
* Mentor and support junior engineers

About You

* Degree qualified in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)
* Experience working within a building services consultancy environment
* Strong knowledge of HVAC, heating, cooling and building services design
* Proficiency with industry-standard design software
* Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and CIBSE guidance
* Strong communication and client-facing skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders

Desirable

* Chartered Engineer status or working towards Chartership
* Experience leading multidisciplinary projects
* Knowledge of sustainable and low-carbon building design principles

Why Apply?

* Work on a broad range of technically challenging projects across multiple sectors
* Join a business with a strong reputation for engineering excellence
* Flexible working arrangements and a supportive culture
* Clear opportunities for progression and increased responsibility
* Exposure to high-profile developments and long-term client relationships
* Ongoing professional development and support towards Chartership

This role would suit a Senior Engineer looking to take on greater ownership of projects, or a Principal Engineer seeking a position that combines technical delivery, client engagement and leadership within a growing and highly respected consultancy.

Whether you're working in the larger corporate companies or a small SME this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info on the email below, we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, reachable via [email protected]. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

London | Hybrid Working | Up to £70k

Join a Growing, Specialist Engineering Consultancy

A privately owned multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its growing MEP team.

The business has a strong reputation for delivering technically complex projects across the UK and internationally, with services spanning MEP, fire engineering, fire protection, sustainability, project management and building validation.

Their project portfolio covers sectors including healthcare, data centres, defence, education, commercial, residential and industrial, offering engineers exposure to a varied range of technically challenging schemes.

The Opportunity

They're looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer who can take ownership of mechanical design projects while playing an active role in the wider MEP team.

You'll work closely with clients, architects and other engineering disciplines, leading projects from concept through to completion. There is also scope to take on greater responsibility for technical leadership, mentoring and client relationships as you develop within the business.

What You'll Be DoingLead mechanical design and delivery from concept through to completionProduce and review calculations, specifications, drawings and technical reportsDevelop HVAC and mechanical building services solutionsCoordinate designs with electrical, public health, fire and other disciplinesAttend client, contractor and design team meetingsManage project deliverables and provide technical leadershipUndertake design reviews and support junior engineersContribute to sustainable and energy-efficient engineering solutionsAbout You

You'll ideally have:

Significant experience within a building services consultancyStrong technical knowledge across mechanical building services designExperience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teamsStrong client-facing and communication skillsThe ability to take ownership of projects and deliver work independentlyExperience mentoring or supporting junior engineersChartered status, or be working towards Chartership

Experience across technically complex sectors such as healthcare, data centres or defence would be advantageous.

Why Apply?Work on technically challenging projects across a diverse range of sectorsJoin a privately owned consultancy with a strong reputation in the marketWork alongside specialists across MEP, fire, sustainability and other engineering disciplinesGenuine project ownership and direct client exposureClose access to senior leadership and decision-makersOpportunity to develop your technical and leadership responsibilitiesCollaborative environment where your input can genuinely influence projects

If you're an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking for a role where you can combine technical delivery, project leadership and client interaction, this is an opportunity to join a specialist consultancy where you can have a real impact on both projects and the continued growth of the business.

Whether you're working in larger corporate companies or a small SME, this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info at the email below; we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, reachable via [email protected]. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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