Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job description

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Salary: up to £65,000 DOE

Location: London, UK

Job Type: Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established and growing Building Services Consultancy delivering technically challenging projects across a variety of sectors.

This role offers the chance to take ownership of projects, work closely with clients, and contribute to raising technical standards within a collaborative and forward-thinking team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead selected projects and support multidisciplinary teams on complex schemes.
• Attend key meetings and deliver client presentations.
• Contribute to technical excellence within the mechanical team.
• Build strong client relationships and support repeat business.
• Produce drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Prepare or oversee design calculations.

Experience and Qualifications Required:

• Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (Chartered or working towards), or HNC/HND with strong relevant design experience.
• Minimum 3–4 years’ post-qualification experience in building services design.
• Proficiency in software including Microsoft Office, Relux/Dialux, Amtech, and Revit.
• Strong knowledge of British and European Standards and Building Regulations.
• Familiarity with HTM guidance (beneficial).
• Professional membership (e.g., CIBSE or IET) desirable.
• Good understanding of HV/LV systems.
• Knowledge of embedded generation integration.
• Experience specifying renewable technologies.
• Working knowledge of BREEAM.
• Broad understanding of electrical engineering to confidently contribute in multidisciplinary meetings.

How to apply: Apply to e.smailes@x4lifesciences.com to learn more about the role or connect with me on LinkedIn to hear about regular job updates available with X4 Life Sciences.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

28-02-2026

Profession type

Technical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English