Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
CV-LibraryManchester, Greater ManchesterpermanentPosted: 2 November 2026
Apply NowSenior / Principal Mechanical Design Engineer – Building Services
Location: Manchester
Salary: £52,000 – £65,000 (depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2–3 days per week in the office
Employment Type: Permanent
The Company
An established and highly regarded Building Services consultancy with a longstanding reputation for delivering technically complex engineering projects across the UK. With a dedicated MEP team of 25+ engineers, the practice has particular strength within the healthcare sector, delivering sophisticated mechanical engineering solutions for demanding clinical environments.
Whilst healthcare is a core specialism, candidates with experience in pharmaceutical facilities, laboratories or cleanroom environments would also be a strong match, given the similarities in technical complexity, regulatory compliance and stringent environmental control requirements.
The consultancy offers a collaborative working environment, an established project pipeline and excellent opportunities for professional development.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to take a leading role in the detailed design and delivery of mechanical building services projects, predominantly within healthcare.
The position combines hands-on technical design with client engagement, quality assurance and mentoring responsibilities, offering the opportunity to influence engineering standards and project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the detailed design of mechanical building services, including HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation and associated systems.
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Undertake detailed engineering calculations, equipment sizing, technical specifications and design documentation.
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Deliver and coordinate mechanical design packages across the relevant RIBA stages.
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Ensure designs comply with applicable HTMs, CIBSE guidance, British Standards and relevant regulations.
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Develop and maintain strong client relationships, providing technical advice and attending project meetings.
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Undertake technical reviews and quality assurance checks to maintain high engineering standards.
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Mentor and support Graduate and Junior Engineers, providing technical guidance and design oversight.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, technically robust project delivery.
Candidate Requirements
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Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
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Strong consultancy experience in detailed mechanical building services design.
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Proven experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, laboratory or cleanroom environments.
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Excellent technical knowledge of HVAC systems, engineering calculations and design coordination.
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Working knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations and technical guidance.
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Strong client-facing communication, problem-solving and technical leadership skills.
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Chartered Engineer status or working towards CEng would be advantageous.
What's on Offer?
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£52,000 – £65,000, depending on experience and seniority.
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Hybrid working – 2–3 days per week in the Manchester office.
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Exposure to technically challenging healthcare and specialist engineering projects.
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An established and supportive MEP team of 25+ engineers.
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Opportunities to mentor developing engineers and influence technical delivery.
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Long-term career development within a respected engineering consultancy.
Interested?
If you're an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with a background in healthcare or similarly regulated environments, including pharmaceuticals, laboratories or cleanrooms, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.
Get in touch to discuss the opportunity and how it could align with your career aspirations
Location: Manchester
Salary: £52,000 – £65,000 (depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2–3 days per week in the office
Employment Type: Permanent
The Company
An established and highly regarded Building Services consultancy with a longstanding reputation for delivering technically complex engineering projects across the UK. With a dedicated MEP team of 25+ engineers, the practice has particular strength within the healthcare sector, delivering sophisticated mechanical engineering solutions for demanding clinical environments.
Whilst healthcare is a core specialism, candidates with experience in pharmaceutical facilities, laboratories or cleanroom environments would also be a strong match, given the similarities in technical complexity, regulatory compliance and stringent environmental control requirements.
The consultancy offers a collaborative working environment, an established project pipeline and excellent opportunities for professional development.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to take a leading role in the detailed design and delivery of mechanical building services projects, predominantly within healthcare.
The position combines hands-on technical design with client engagement, quality assurance and mentoring responsibilities, offering the opportunity to influence engineering standards and project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
*
Lead the detailed design of mechanical building services, including HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation and associated systems.
*
Undertake detailed engineering calculations, equipment sizing, technical specifications and design documentation.
*
Deliver and coordinate mechanical design packages across the relevant RIBA stages.
*
Ensure designs comply with applicable HTMs, CIBSE guidance, British Standards and relevant regulations.
*
Develop and maintain strong client relationships, providing technical advice and attending project meetings.
*
Undertake technical reviews and quality assurance checks to maintain high engineering standards.
*
Mentor and support Graduate and Junior Engineers, providing technical guidance and design oversight.
*
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, technically robust project delivery.
Candidate Requirements
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Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
*
Strong consultancy experience in detailed mechanical building services design.
*
Proven experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, laboratory or cleanroom environments.
*
Excellent technical knowledge of HVAC systems, engineering calculations and design coordination.
*
Working knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations and technical guidance.
*
Strong client-facing communication, problem-solving and technical leadership skills.
*
Chartered Engineer status or working towards CEng would be advantageous.
What's on Offer?
*
£52,000 – £65,000, depending on experience and seniority.
*
Hybrid working – 2–3 days per week in the Manchester office.
*
Exposure to technically challenging healthcare and specialist engineering projects.
*
An established and supportive MEP team of 25+ engineers.
*
Opportunities to mentor developing engineers and influence technical delivery.
*
Long-term career development within a respected engineering consultancy.
Interested?
If you're an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with a background in healthcare or similarly regulated environments, including pharmaceuticals, laboratories or cleanrooms, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.
Get in touch to discuss the opportunity and how it could align with your career aspirations