Associate Mechanical Design Engineer

Your new company

You will be joining an independent Mechanical & Electrical Building Services Consultancy based in the West Midlands, delivering technical design and advisory services across a diverse range of sectors.Their portfolio spans automotive, education, healthcare, hotels, logistics, leisure, public sector, commercial offices, luxury residential, retail, pharmaceutical and heritage projects, along with some overseas work. They operate across both new-build and refurbishment schemes, with a strong reputation for providing practical, high-quality engineering solutions.

The consultancy is known for its hands-on, collaborative culture, technical strength, and long-standing client relationships, offering engineers the opportunity to work across varied and technically interesting projects.

Your new role

As an Associate Director - Mechanical, you will take a senior leadership position within the business, combining technical delivery, team leadership, and client engagement.You will be responsible for leading mechanical design across multiple projects while supporting the wider growth and direction of the engineering team. This role offers a balance of hands-on design oversight and strategic input, working closely with directors and multidisciplinary teams.

Key responsibilities include

Leading mechanical building services design from concept through to completion

Overseeing multiple projects across a range of sectors, ensuring quality and delivery

Providing technical guidance and mentorship to engineers at all levels

Acting as a key client contact and maintaining strong working relationships

Reviewing designs, specifications, and project documentation

Attending client meetings, design reviews, and site inspections

Supporting team management, resourcing, and project planning

Contributing to business development and identifying new opportunities

Projects you will work on include

Automotive and industrial facilities

Education and healthcare buildings

Hotels and leisure developments

Logistics and distribution centres

Commercial offices and retail schemes

High-end residential and mixed-use developments

Heritage and specialist environments

Public sector and secure infrastructure projects

What you'll need to succeed

Degree or HND in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering

• Chartered Engineer status (or close to achieving)
• Extensive experience within a building services consultancy environment
• Strong track record of delivering mechanical design across multiple sectors
• Experience leading projects and mentoring engineers
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and industry standards
• Proficiency with design software such as IES, Hevacomp, and AutoCAD (Revit beneficial)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage client relationships
• Commercial awareness and the ability to contribute to business growth

What you'll get in return

Salary up to circa £70,000, depending on experience

• Opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within an independent consultancy
• Exposure to a broad and technically diverse project portfolio
• Close collaboration with directors and influence over team direction
• Supportive, collaborative engineering culture
• Clear progression opportunities as the business continues to grow
• Hybrid working, including flexibility around working from home
• Involvement in high-quality projects across a wide range of sectors

What you need to do now

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