Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Airport Placements; Whetsted; On-site; GBP 45,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for an office-based role in Kent. You will get the chance to design and specify mechanical building services systems, conduct building surveys, and produce accurate CAD drawings. The role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, strong skills in CAD, and project management experience. This position offers professional development opportunities in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Access to modern tools and technologies

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical engineering within a building services environment.
• Strong user of CAD and associated engineering design tools.
• Demonstrable project management ability, including planning and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify mechanical building services systems for a range of projects.
• Carry out building surveys and site inspections to gather technical information.
• Produce accurate drawings and models using CAD and engineering software.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

CAD proficiency

Project management skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - OFFICE BASED

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a building services team in Kent on a full-time basis. You will play a key role in the design and delivery of mechanical building services, from early surveys through to detailed design and support during installation.

Key responsibilities

• Design and specify mechanical building services systems for a range of projects.
• Carry out building surveys and site inspections to gather technical information.
• Produce accurate drawings and models using CAD and relevant engineering software.
• Contribute to and help coordinate research and development activities for new solutions and products.
• Work closely with colleagues across mechanical, electrical and other disciplines to ensure coordinated designs.
• Ensure all work aligns with current industry standards, regulations and best practice.

Skills and experience

• Proven experience in mechanical engineering within a building services environment.
• Strong user of CAD and associated engineering design tools.
• Demonstrable project management ability, including planning, delivery and progress monitoring.
• Familiarity with R&D processes and a proactive, innovative approach to problem-solving.
• Strong analytical, organisational and technical skills.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative working style.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline, or actively working towards it.
• Knowledge of MEP installation methods and on-site practices.

About the employer

The employer offers a supportive, team-focused environment where engineers are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute new ideas. You will have access to modern tools and technologies, involvement in forward-thinking R&D work, and clear opportunities for career progression and professional development.