Senior/Associate Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Senior / Associate Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Bristol (Hybrid \- 3 days in office, 2 days WFH)

Salary: Up to £75,000 (dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full\-Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior or Associate Mechanical Design Engineer to join an established and highly regarded building services consultancy. This is a senior\-level position offering genuine involvement in technically varied and high\-profile projects across a diverse range of sectors, with a clear pathway for progression within a collaborative and ambitious team.

You will be responsible for leading the mechanical design of building services schemes from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, specification, and construction support \- covering RIBA Stages 1 through to 6\. The role demands both technical depth and client\-facing confidence, and sits within a consultancy that prides itself on long\-standing client relationships, innovative design, and a commitment to net zero and sustainability outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of building services installations across a variety of project types and sectors


• Produce detailed design drawings and models using AutoCAD and Revit (BIM)


• Undertake dynamic thermal modelling and energy analysis using IES, HAP, and TAF


• Prepare specifications, design reports, and technical submissions


• Manage projects through RIBA Stages 1–6, coordinating with clients, architects, structural engineers, and contractors


• Attend design team and client meetings; provide technical advice and design leadership


• Mentor junior engineers and support their professional development


• Contribute to business development activity and fee proposals


• Ensure designs comply with current UK Building Regulations and relevant CIBSE guidance


• Contribute to sustainable, low carbon, and energy\-efficient design solutions

Commercial \& Offices \| Residential \| Healthcare \& Primary Care \| Education \| Sports \& Leisure \| Hotels \& Hospitality \| Retail \| Industrial \| Public Sector \| Aviation \| MoD

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' UK\-based building services mechanical design experience within a consultancy environment


• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit for design and BIM coordination


• Experienced in thermal modelling and energy analysis using IES, HAP, and TAF


• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, heating, ventilation, and public health systems


• Experience managing projects across RIBA Stages 1–6


• Solid understanding of UK Building Regulations and relevant CIBSE guidance


• Strong communication, report\-writing, and client\-facing skills


• Degree or HNC/HND in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline


• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively working towards it

• Salary up to £75,000 \- depending on experience


• Private healthcare


• Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home


• Varied and technically stimulating project portfolio across multiple sectors


• Clear progression pathway

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