Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Nottingham

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Location: Nottingham

Salary: 50,000 to 65,000 (per annum)

Job type: Permanent

Working pattern: Full time

Industry: Construction / Building Services

Company: Hays

Consultant: Craig Watts

Hays office: Leicester — 1st & 2nd Floor, 2 Colton Square

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Your new company

You’ll be joining a well‑respected building services consultancy recognised for delivering high‑quality, sustainable and energy‑efficient engineering solutions. Their Nottingham team works across a diverse portfolio, including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, industrial and public sector projects. The environment is collaborative, technically focused and supportive of professional development, giving senior engineers the platform to lead, influence and grow.

Your new role

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will take a leading role in the delivery of mechanical building services designs from concept through to completion. You’ll be responsible for producing and reviewing calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports, while ensuring work meets quality and programme expectations.

You’ll coordinate closely with electrical and multidisciplinary colleagues, represent the consultancy in client and contractor meetings, provide guidance to junior engineers, and support project strategy. The role also involves integrating low‑carbon and renewable solutions, carrying out site inspections, and contributing to the continuous improvement of technical standards across the team.

What you'll need to succeed

A degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering

• A strong background in mechanical design within the building services sector
• Proficiency in Revit, Amtech, Relux/Dialux and core Microsoft applications
• Strong knowledge of British Standards, Building Regulations and industry guidance
• Experience delivering low‑carbon, renewable and energy‑efficient mechanical systems
• Awareness of BREEAM and sustainable design principles
• Understanding of electrical interfaces for effective multidisciplinary coordination
• Professional membership (e.g., CIBSE or IMechE) or active progression toward it
• Strong communication skills with confidence engaging clients and project partners

What you'll get in return

A salary between 50,000 and 65,000, depending on experience

• Clear progression routes with full CPD and Chartership support
• Flexible and modern working arrangements
• A generous holiday allowance with options to buy or sell additional days
• Enhanced sickness and family‑friendly benefits
• Exposure to technically challenging and sustainability‑led projects
• Cycle‑to‑work and electric vehicle schemes
• Eye care support, Employee Assistance Programme and funded team‑building activities
• Referral bonus scheme and additional staff benefits

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

# - Craig Watts