This is a predominantly home-based position, offering significant autonomy and responsibility across the delivery of complex Stage 4 and Stage 5 MEP projects. You'll lead mechanical design and coordination, manage engineers and Revit modellers, and work closely with wider project teams to ensure successful technical delivery.
The role would suit an experienced Mechanical Building Services Engineer who is confident running projects and leading teams, while remaining technically involved in design and coordination.
The Role
As a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for:
Leading the mechanical design and delivery of Building Services projects
Taking ownership of projects across RIBA Stages 4 and 5
Designing and reviewing complex mechanical Building Services systems
Providing expertise across Mechanical and Public Health design
Managing and supporting engineers and Revit modellers
Reviewing coordinated Revit models and technical design information
Using Navisworks to review models and identify coordination issues
Managing project programmes, deliverables and technical deadlines
Coordinating closely with Electrical Engineers, BIM teams and wider project stakeholders
Providing technical guidance and resolving complex design challenges
Attending project sites when required
Ensuring projects are delivered to the required technical and quality standardsWhat We're Looking For
We're looking for an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer with a strong Building Services design and leadership background.
Ideally, you'll have:
A minimum of 8 years' Building Services experience
Extensive experience delivering Stage 4 and Stage 5 design and coordination
Strong Mechanical Building Services design expertise
Knowledge of Public Health design
Previous experience leading engineering teams and Revit modellers
Strong project management and project delivery capabilities
Experience with CAD and/or reviewing coordinated models in Navisworks
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline
Excellent technical, analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The self-motivation and organisation required to lead projects effectively while working remotelyCandidates with aspirations to achieve CEng Chartership and continue progressing technically and professionally are particularly encouraged to apply.
Why Apply?
£65,000-£75,000 salary
Predominantly remote working
Greater London-based role with site visits when required
Principal-level responsibility and autonomy
Lead the delivery of technically complex Stage 4 & 5 projects
Manage and develop engineers and Revit modellers
Remain technically involved while progressing your leadership experience
Support for continued development towards Chartered Engineer status
Excellent opportunity to grow alongside an ambitious Building Services businessIf you're an experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer or Senior Mechanical Engineer ready to take greater ownership of projects and teams, we'd love to hear from you
Salary description
£65000.00 - £75000.00 per year