Senior Mechanical Engineer

Description

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Oxfordshire (Hybrid)

A leading sustainability-driven building services consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Oxfordshire office. This role offers hybrid working and the chance to contribute to a wide variety of projects across the UK.

The consultancy operates from several regional offices and provides a full range of mechanical and electrical design services, including sustainable design, building physics, lighting, and low-energy solutions. Their projects span master planning, new builds, refurbishments, extensions, fit-outs, and long-term asset management. Sectors include education, healthcare, commercial, transport, heritage, hospitality, and community developments.

The Role

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will take responsibility for the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects, working closely with colleagues across different offices. You will oversee engineers and technicians, provide mentoring and training, and manage project workflows in line with internal quality standards. Over time, you will also gain exposure to fee proposals, project financials, and business development activities.

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical design projects from feasibility to completion and handover

Carry out surveys, feasibility studies, and detailed design work

Prepare specifications and oversee installation of services

Provide on-site supervision and contract administration

Manage and mentor junior team members, ensuring technical excellence

Contribute to quality assurance processes and project milestones

About You

Essential:

Degree in a relevant engineering discipline

3-5 years' experience in building services mechanical design

Strong knowledge of design software and AutoCAD

Experience managing and mentoring junior staff

Project experience across a variety of sectors

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Competent with Microsoft Office

Full UK driving licence and own transport

Desirable:

Familiarity with Revit and design/modelling software (training provided)

Benefits

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working with clear career development pathways

Opportunities for progression, with promotion from within encouraged

Private healthcare and wellbeing support

Cycle-to-work scheme

Reward platforms offering vouchers and perks

Company-funded social events (team lunches, activity days, summer and Christmas parties)

Option to purchase additional holiday

Inclusive and supportive workplace culture

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

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