via Reed · 17 September 2026 ·3 days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Bolton Full-time GBP 40,000 – 65,000
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Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer - Building Services
Full-time Salary: Up to £65,000

Company Information
Join a leading M&E contractor who specialise in the design, installation, and maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems across a variety of sectors, including commercial, healthcare, education, residential, and industrial.

Position Overview
Seeking a talented and motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a growing Building Services design team. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordination of a variety of exciting and challenging projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and specification of mechanical building services systems, including HVAC, domestic water, drainage, and specialist systems

  • Produce detailed calculations using industry software such as Hevacomp, Revit MEP, and AutoCAD

  • Prepare design drawings, technical specifications, and tender documentation

  • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, architects, and external consultants to ensure seamless integration of building services

  • Attend design team meetings, site visits, and inspections as required

  • Ensure designs comply with current legislation, standards, and best practice (e.g., CIBSE, Building Regulations, BREEAM)

Key Requirements
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical building services design

  • Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Hevacomp, or similar

  • Sound knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and codes of practice (CIBSE, ASHRAE, BS EN)

  • Membership or working towards membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIBSE, IMechE) desirable

  • Full UK driving licence preferred

What We Offer
  • Competitive salary of £65,000

  • Opportunities for career progression and professional development

  • Support with chartership and ongoing training

  • Collaborative and supportive working environment

  • Involvement in high-profile and technically complex projects

  • 5% pension, private healthcare, and flexible working hours

What to do now?
If this role sounds of interest to you, please apply below!

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