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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

My client is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Building Services team in London. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across the commercial, residential, education, healthcare, hospitality, and mixed-use sectors.

You'll lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services solutions, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams from concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

Requirements

Benefits

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

If you would like to apply for the above position, please forward your CV to [email protected]

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

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Building Services)
Location: Remote (Based in South Africa)
Employment Type: 6 month contract (minimum)

Are you a skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer looking to work on world-class projects without leaving South Africa? Join a leading UK-based building services consultancy that's been delivering landmark projects for over 20 years across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East - including one of the largest developments in Saudi Arabia.

About the Company

Our client is a respected name in building engineering design, with a team of just under 100 professionals in the UK - roughly 60% structures and 40% MEP. Their reputation is built on technical excellence, collaboration, and a passion for delivering sustainable, high-quality design solutions.

The Role

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll play a key role in the design and coordination of building services systems on large-scale, complex projects. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in the UK and internationally, ensuring quality and innovation in every aspect of your work.

Key responsibilities

-Lead the mechanical design of building services systems for major developments.
-Coordinate with structural, electrical, and architectural teams across regions.
-Oversee and review detailed design documentation and reports.
-Mentor junior engineers and support their technical development.
-Engage in design reviews and quality assurance processes.
-Work closely with UK project leads to deliver designs in line with client expectations and timelines.

What you'll bring

-Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
-10+ years' experience in building services design (consultancy background preferred).
-International, or Middle Eastern project experience is a plus.
-Proficiency in design tools such as Revit, IES, or similar.
-Excellent communication and coordination skills.
-Ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.

Why join?

-Opportunity to work remotely on globally recognised projects.
-Stable, well-established UK consultancy with a strong project pipeline.
-Collaborative, forward-thinking engineering culture.

If you're looking to take your building services career global - from the comfort of your home in South Africa - this is the perfect opportunity.

Apply now to join a team shaping some of the most ambitious projects in the world.

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.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (MEP)
Remote | South Africa | UK Projects | Contract / Freelance

We are working with a highly respected UK multidisciplinary consultancy with over 50 years' experience delivering integrated design, engineering, and consultancy services across the built environment. Their work spans commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and public sector projects throughout the UK.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (MEP) to join their Building Services team on a remote contract/freelance basis from South Africa.

The Role
You will take a lead role in delivering mechanical building services design across a diverse portfolio of UK projects, providing technical input, coordination, and design leadership from concept through to detailed design stages.

Key Responsibilities
* Lead mechanical design development for HVAC and building services systems
* Produce and review calculations, specifications, reports, and technical drawings
* Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations and relevant industry standards
* Coordinate design with electrical, structural, and architectural teams
* Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and project teams
* Attend and contribute to design and coordination meetings (remote)
* Support project delivery across all design stages (RIBA stages or equivalent)

Requirements
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
* Strong experience in MEP / Building Services design within consultancy environment
* Solid background in HVAC design and mechanical systems for buildings
* Experience working on UK projects is highly advantageous
* Proficiency with relevant software (e.g. IES, Hevacomp,or similar)
* Strong technical knowledge of UK regulations and standards
* Ability to work independently in a remote freelance/contract capacity
* Excellent communication and leadership skills

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.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services

Location: City of London | Salary: Up to £80,000 | Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days remote

Ready to design the future of commercial spaces?
Join a trailblazing team working with global giants like Amazon, shaping iconic buildings across Europe and yes, there's travel involved every 2 to 3 weeks!

Why You'll expect about this Role
Lead exciting, high profile projects that make a real impact.
Mentor and inspire a team of talented engineers.
Design cutting edge mechanical systems that push the boundaries of efficiency and sustainability.
Collaborate with top clients, architects, and stakeholders to deliver standout solutions.
Enjoy flexible work-life balance with hybrid working and European travel opportunities.

What We're Looking For
Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Strong track record in mechanical design for commercial projects..
Leadership skills with a passion for innovation and sustainability.
Experience in project delivery (Stage 2-5)
Experience in mentoring junior engineers.
Client management skills.

Perks & Benefits
Competitive salary up to £80,000
Professional growth opportunities and training.
Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) with exciting European travel once every 2 to 3 weeks.
Work with world-class clients on projects you'll be proud of.

If you love designing impactful buildings, leading innovative teams, and traveling for work, this is your dream role.

Please respond with your most recent CV.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Building Services)
Location: Remote (Based in South Africa)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer looking to work on world-class projects without leaving South Africa? Join a leading UK-based building services consultancy that's been delivering landmark projects for over 20 years across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East - including one of the largest developments in Saudi Arabia.

About the Company
Our client is a respected name in building engineering design, with a team of just under 100 professionals in the UK - roughly 60% structures and 40% MEP. Their reputation is built on technical excellence, collaboration, and a passion for delivering sustainable, high-quality design solutions.

The Role
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll play a key role in the design and coordination of building services systems on large-scale, complex projects. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in the UK and internationally, ensuring quality and innovation in every aspect of your work.

Key responsibilities
* Lead the mechanical design of building services systems for major developments.
* Coordinate with structural, electrical, and architectural teams across regions.
* Oversee and review detailed design documentation and reports.
* Mentor junior engineers and support their technical development.
* Engage in design reviews and quality assurance processes.
* Work closely with UK project leads to deliver designs in line with client expectations and timelines.

What you'll bring
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
* 10+ years' experience in building services design (consultancy background preferred).
* Professional registration, or working towards it.
* International, or Middle Eastern project experience is a plus.
* Proficiency in design tools such as Revit, IES, or similar.
* Excellent communication and coordination skills.
* Ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.

Why Join
* Opportunity to work remotely on globally recognised projects.
* Stable, well-established UK consultancy with a strong project pipeline.
* Competitive South African salary aligned with international exposure.
* Collaborative, forward-thinking engineering culture.

If you're looking to take your building services career global - from the comfort of your home in South Africa - this is the perfect opportunity.

Apply now to join a team shaping some of the most ambitious projects in the world.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Intermediate - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
London | Hybrid Working | 9 Day Fortnight | Up to £60k

Looking for a role where you can develop your technical skills, gain real project ownership, and work in a genuinely supportive environment?

This is an opportunity to join a growing, design-focused building services consultancy delivering high-quality engineering across sectors including commercial, residential, education, healthcare, and more. With a strong pipeline of work and a collaborative culture, they're looking to appoint an Intermediate to Senior Mechanical Engineer in their London office.

The Opportunity
Whether you're an experienced Intermediate ready to step up, or an established Senior looking for a better environment - this role offers hands-on delivery, progression, and support in equal measure.

You'll work across a variety of projects, gaining exposure to all stages of design while being supported by a highly experienced team.

What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting and leading mechanical design delivery across projects
- Producing calculations, reports, and detailed designs
- Working on dynamic thermal modelling, load calculations, and system design
- Supporting delivery of Part L, overheating analysis (TM52 / TM59), and energy modelling
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated design solutions
- Engaging with clients and attending project meetings
- Progressively taking on more ownership and responsibility

What They're Looking For
- Experience in mechanical building services design (consultancy)
- Exposure to projects across sectors such as commercial, residential, education, or mixed-use
- Familiarity with tools such as IES-VE (desirable)
- Understanding of UK regulations and design standards
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Ambition to develop and progress within a consultancy environment

Why This Role Stands Out
- 9-day fortnight - a genuine commitment to work-life balance
- Enhanced pension contribution
- Strong focus on training, development, and chartership support
- Clear progression pathway to Senior / Principal level
- Collaborative, close-knit team with no micromanagement
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of high-quality projects

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 committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Senior / Principal / Associate Mechanical Design Engineer
Oxfordshire | Hybrid Working | 9 Day Fortnight | Up to £75k

Looking for a role where you can lead projects, influence clients, and still have a genuine work-life balance?

This is an opportunity to join a growing, design-focused building services consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineering across a diverse range of sectors. With ambitious plans and a close-knit team, they're now looking to appoint a senior mechanical hire to play a key role in their Oxford office.

The Opportunity
This role is ideally suited to someone operating at Principal or Associate level (or a strong Senior ready to step up), who wants more ownership, visibility, and progression.

You'll take the lead on projects, act as a key client contact, and help shape the growth of the team - all within a business that genuinely supports its people.

What You'll Be Doing

What They're Looking For

Why This Role Stands Out

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 committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Surrey | Hybrid Working | Up to £65k

Looking for more ownership, better projects, and a genuinely collaborative environment?

This is an opportunity to join a design-focused building services consultancy known for delivering high-quality, architecturally integrated engineering across a diverse project portfolio.

They work closely with leading architects and clients on schemes where creativity and technical excellence go hand in hand.

They're now looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in project delivery and client engagement.

The Role

What They're Looking For

Why This Role?

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 committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Senior / Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
City of London | Hybrid Working | Up to £70k

Design & Build | Commercial Fit-Out | Leadership Opportunity

We're working with a fast-growing Design & Build contractor delivering high-quality M&E solutions across commercial office fit-out projects. Established just 5 years ago, the business is already turning over £7-8m and building a strong reputation in the CAT A & CAT B space.

They're now looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of mechanical design and play a pivotal role in shaping their in-house M&E design capability.

The Opportunity
This is more than just a senior engineer role - it's a chance to build and lead a design function within a growing contractor. You'll be the go-to technical authority, working closely with project teams and clients to deliver practical, buildable solutions.

You'll:

What They're Looking For

Why Join?

This is a genuinely unique opportunity for an ambitious individual to lead, shape and grow a wider engineering department within a growing contractor.

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 committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services)
City Of London | Hybrid Working| Up To £68k + Benefits

A leading engineering consultancy renowned for delivering mission-critical projects is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team. With a solid reputation built on technical excellence and strong client relationships, this firm enjoys a high volume of repeat business and has recently secured a number of significant project wins. As a result, they are now looking to expand their capabilities and bring in a passionate, technically strong individual to help drive forward their continued success.

This is a unique opportunity to become part of a business where your input is genuinely valued. The company prides itself on a supportive and collaborative environment, where the Directors remain actively involved in the design process, working closely with the engineering team to ensure quality and innovation across all stages of delivery. There's a clear roadmap for progression, with opportunities to take on more responsibility and grow within the business as it continues to scale.

The working culture is built on trust and flexibility. Engineers benefit from a hybrid work model, spending two days a week in the office and three days from home, with flexible core hours to support a healthy work-life balance. The office itself offers an excellent working environment - modern, well-equipped, and designed to foster creativity and collaboration.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in mechanical building services design, ideally with experience in delivering high-performance systems for complex, high-stakes projects but that is not essential.

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 committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.