Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Careermakers are recruiting an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a building services engineering business in Liverpool. The role covers mechanical services design and technical support through project delivery, with responsibility for design coordination, technical documentation and stakeholder liaison.

The Package:

• Competitive salary, dependent on level of experience and capabilities
• Company pension with a 3% employer contribution.
• Private health insurance through Aviva, generally available after 12 months of employment.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Necessary training provided to support you in the role.
• On-site parking, EV charging and a fully equipped kitchen.

The Role

This position combines hands-on mechanical building services design with technical coordination throughout project delivery. You will work with internal teams, clients, sub-suppliers, architects and other stakeholders, supporting projects from design development through site implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in weekly meetings with both in-house teams and clients.
• Collaborate closely with clients and sub-suppliers to support smooth project delivery alongside the Project Manager.
• Participate in design reviews and oversee technical documentation.
• Support site processes to help ensure project designs are accurately implemented.
• Specify and procure project materials in line with engineering standards.
• Undertake project planning.
• Design mechanical services, HVAC and public health installations.
• Compile specifications for mechanical services and installations.
• Ensure coordination between specifications and drawings, including drawing production using CAD and Revit.
• Support estimating, cost control and technical submissions.
• Compile project reports and conceptual design studies.
• Liaise with architects, clients and other stakeholders to coordinate mechanical requirements with other disciplines.
• Support thermal and energy modelling when up to speed; existing experience is preferred.
• Contribute to sustainable design, management and lead design activities.
• Participate in project handover meetings with the sales team, provide input for sales quotes and resolve build queries for workshop and site projects.
• Share best practice across projects to support continuous improvement.

Essential Experience / Requirements

• Degree in Building Services or a relevant field preferred
• Building Services qualification at HNC/HND level or equivalent
• Tangible experience of working within the building services industry.
• Strong understanding of building services regulations and guidance.
• CAD and Revit experience.

Desirable / Preferred

• Professional Registration preferred.
• Existing thermal and energy modelling experience preferred.

Working Arrangements

The preference is for the role to be fully office-based in Liverpool. Some flexibility for hybrid working could be considered, where required.

How to Apply

Please apply with an up-to-date CV and details of your availability. All applications will be handled confidentially by CareerMakers Engineering Perms Division.