Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services

Are you an ambitious Mechanical Design Engineer, skilled in taking building services projects from concept through to detailed design? If you're looking for a role where you can take full ownership of your work and make a tangible impact within a growing business, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We are looking for someone who can confidently run with projects and is capable of handling detailed design beyond stage three.

Role and Responsibilities

Join an ambitious and growing building services design consultancy that is making its mark across London and the South East. With a strong and healthy pipeline of work for 2026 and beyond, the company focuses on a variety of exciting sectors, including commercial offices, high-end private residential, education, and healthcare. They are also expanding their survey and Technical Due Diligence (TDD) work, offering a varied and dynamic workload.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their core team in the Kent office. This is a hybrid role, offering the flexibility to work from home one or two days a week. You will be responsible for taking projects and running with them, handling the day-to-day mechanical design and freeing up the directors to focus on business growth. This position offers a genuine path for career progression, with the potential to lead the mechanical department and mentor junior engineers as the team expands.

Salary range

£45,000 and £65,000 per annum, which is negotiable and dependent on your level of experience and ability. The business is focused on finding the right person and values quality, so is willing to invest for a top-tier candidate.

Benefit package

You will receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, private healthcare with Bupa, a company pension scheme, and free on-site parking.

Company culture

You'll be part of a small, laid-back, and flexible team. The company offers flexi-hours and a hybrid working model. With significant growth plans over the next five years, this role presents a clear and structured career path towards Associate and even Director level for an ambitious individual looking to grow with the business.

What you'll need

·Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer within a building services consultancy. ·The ability to pick up projects and run with them independently. ·Strong experience in detailed design ·A desire to grow and progress your career in a dynamic environment. ·Experience in commercial, residential, or education sectors is advantageous. ·Experience or an interest in TDD and survey work would be a bonus.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a company where you can truly shape your future, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Charlie Weeks at Carrington West to discuss this exciting opportunity.

FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation