Senior Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services)

Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working Available)

Permanent | Full-Time

We're looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading Building Services team in Bristol, delivering innovative mechanical designs across a diverse range of projects including commercial, healthcare, education, transport and public sector developments.

The Role

You'll lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects, working closely with clients, architects, contractors and multidisciplinary teams from concept through to completion.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing HVAC, heating, cooling and ventilation systems.
• Producing mechanical specifications, calculations and equipment schedules.
• Using industry-standard software including Revit, IES VE, Hevacomp and NBS.
• Attending client meetings and carrying out site surveys.
• Managing project delivery, budgets and technical outputs.
• Mentoring junior engineers and supporting team development.

About You

We're looking for someone with:

• A degree in Building Services, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered status (CEng) with CIBSE or IMechE, or working towards it.
• Experience within a Building Services consultancy or contractor design environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and CIBSE guidance.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage projects independently.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Hybrid and flexible working from our Bristol office.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

If you're ready to take the next step in your Building Services career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

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