Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior HVAC Design Engineer
Design the Environments of Tomorrow.

Lead Complex Projects.

Shape Your Future.

Join a leading engineering consultancy where innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence drive every project.

This is more than just another engineering role—it's an opportunity to work alongside some of the industry's most respected MEP professionals while building a long-term career with a company that genuinely invests in its people.

Through a personalised Pathway to Leadership Programme, you'll have a clear roadmap for career progression, whether your aspirations lie in technical leadership, project management, mentoring, or strategic business growth.

Why Join This Team? Employees are empowered to do their best work in a culture that values both professional success and personal wellbeing.
What Sets This Company Apart

- A genuinely supportive, collaborative, and enjoyable working environment
- Strong commitment to work-life balance
- Significant investment in professional development and continuous learning
- Access to innovative technologies and industry-leading design tools
- Exposure to challenging, high-profile projects worldwide
- Direct mentorship from experienced MEP leaders and subject matter experts

As the company continues to grow, its success is built on the creativity, expertise, and passion of its people.
Our Core Values The company's values guide every project, decision, and interaction:

- Conscientious – Delivering excellence with accountability and integrity
- Empowered – Encouraging ownership, initiative, and innovation
- Respectful – Fostering collaboration and valuing diverse perspectives
- Resilient – Adapting to challenges and consistently delivering results
- Transformative – Driving meaningful change through innovative engineering solutions

The Role: Senior HVAC Design Engineer

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HVAC Design Engineer to take a leading role in the design and delivery of complex building systems across a diverse portfolio of projects.

As a Senior HVAC Design Engineer, you will provide technical leadership, support multidisciplinary project teams, and ensure the successful delivery of high-performance mechanical systems that meet client objectives and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities

- Lead the HVAC design and coordination of large-scale MEP projects
- Design innovative heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and mechanical building systems
- Deliver projects across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, biotechnology, transportation, mission-critical, and advanced technology facilities
- Develop energy-efficient and sustainable mechanical engineering solutions
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients, attending meetings and providing technical guidance
- Mentor and support junior engineers and design staff
- Collaborate closely with project managers, electrical engineers, and MEP leadership teams
- Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements
- Support project planning, resource management, and overall project delivery

What We're Looking For Essential Requirements

- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or equivalent
- 7+ years of HVAC or mechanical building services design experience within an MEP consulting environment
- Proven experience leading project teams and mentoring engineers
- Strong project management experience within the MEP sector
- Healthcare facility design experience, including HCAI compliance knowledge
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills
- Strong understanding of HVAC design principles, mechanical systems, and building codes
- Experience designing chilled water, hot water, ventilation, and air distribution systems
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

- Professional Engineering (PE) Licence or equivalent
- PMP Certification
- LEED Accreditation
- Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination
- Knowledge of energy modelling and sustainable building design practices

Benefits & Rewards Comprehensive Benefits Package

- 401(k) retirement plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability coverage
- Commuter benefits
- Additional health and wellbeing programmes

Generous Time Off

- Competitive PTO allowance
- Paid holidays
- Company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Year

Purpose-Driven Culture

- Paid volunteer days
- Commitment to community engagement and social equity initiatives

Outstanding Career Development

- Structured leadership development programmes
- Ongoing training and technical development opportunities
- Access to industry-leading mentors and subject matter experts
- Clear progression pathways into senior leadership positions

Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're an experienced HVAC Design Engineer looking to lead sophisticated projects, influence technical excellence, and accelerate your career with a forward-thinking engineering consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.