Senior Mechanical Engineer

Webb Yates Engineers Limited.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in London seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer for their Building Services team. The role involves overseeing complex projects from design to completion while mentoring junior engineers and engaging with clients. Candidates should possess a Level 7 qualification and Chartered Engineer status. In return, the firm offers an inclusive environment, professional growth opportunities, and a range of benefits including 25 days annual leave and a flexible working schedule.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Increased annual leave for long service

Day off on your birthday

Paid half day volunteering

Reimbursement of professional membership fees

Flexitime

Company performance related bonus

Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading complex projects.
• Strong technical skills in mechanical and building services design.
• Ability to manage project teams and ensure quality engineering deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of mechanical and building services designs.
• Supervise and review the work of project engineers.
• Manage project schedules, resources, budgets, and staff.
• Coordinate with architects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Prepare fee proposals and manage project finances.

Skills

Project leadership

Client engagement

Sustainable design

Mentoring

Education

Level 7 qualification (MEng or equivalent)

Chartered Engineer or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Building Services team based in our London office.

Contract

Full Time

Location

London

Competitive

Join an award-winning multidisciplinary engineering practice that prides itself on its close collaboration with architects to achieve intelligent, innovative buildings.

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer with significant experience leading complex projects. The role involves end-to-end project delivery, client engagement, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 7 qualification (MEng or equivalent) and be a Chartered Engineer or equivalent.

As a project leader, you will be responsible for leading the mechanical and building services projects, from design to completion, managing project teams, ensuring high-quality engineering deliverables, liaising with clients and consultants, attending meetings and site visits. Contributing to project strategy, fee bids, and financial management, with opportunities to grow into a Project Director role, overseeing multiple projects and broader client relationships. Driving sustainable design, including low carbon strategies, passive design, and energy modelling.

At Webb Yates, we believe in working collaboratively and creatively. We value individuals who are technically strong, socially aware and eager to contribute to a supportive, design-led studio culture. In return, we offer a flexible, inclusive working environment with opportunities for professional growth and meaningful design impact.

To apply, follow the link below to submit your CV and cover letter.

Show All Role Details

• Lead the development of mechanical and building services designs, including calculations, analysis, sketches, reports and specifications
• Supervise and review the work of project engineers, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality
• Manage project schedules, resources, budgets, and staff
• Coordinate and collaborate with architects, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams
• Represent the practice externally in client meetings and site visits
• Prepare fee proposals and support project financial management
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering professional growth
• Ensure compliance with statutory, health, safety, sustainability, and environmental requirements
• Undertake personal professional development and contribute to continuous improvement within the team
• Input into team resourcing and project programming in weekly team meetings

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Increased annual leave allowance for long service
• Day off on your birthday
• Paid half day per year for volunteering
• Reimbursement of professional membership fees
• Flexitime (core hours 10am – 4pm)
• Company performance related bonus scheme
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave