Mechanical Design Engineer

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer

Sector: Building Services

Location: South Tyneside

Type: Full-Time Permanent

Style: Hybrid - 3 Days in the Office / On Site - 2 Days Working from Home

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 D.O.E + Package

About the Role

Our client is an established Mechanical & Electrical Consulting Engineering practice delivering innovative building services solutions across a diverse range of projects throughout the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their Building Services team based in South Tyneside.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects, supporting schemes across sectors including Defence, Justice, Commercial, Healthcare, Education and Residential.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically capable engineer who enjoys taking ownership of projects, working closely with clients, and contributing to high-quality engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design mechanical building services systems including:
• HVAC
• Heating and cooling systems
• Ventilation
• Domestic water services
• Public health services
• Produce detailed calculations, specifications, reports and technical documentation.
• Develop mechanical designs through all project stages from concept to completion.
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors and external stakeholders.
• Attend design meetings and site visits as required.
• Ensure designs comply with current regulations, standards and industry best practice.
• Support junior engineers and contribute to project delivery teams.
• Coordinate designs alongside electrical, structural and architectural disciplines.
• Assist in the preparation of tender documentation and technical submissions.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Degree qualified in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Approximately 7–10 years' experience within Building Services Consultancy.
• Strong mechanical design and specification experience.
• Proficient in industry-standard design software.
• Ability to manage workload across multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• UK Passport Holder
• Eligible for BPSS clearance.

Desirable

• Experience working on MOD, MOJ, Defence or secure environments.
• Ability to obtain or hold SC Clearance.
• Chartered status or working towards Chartership (CIBSE/IMechE).
• Knowledge of low-carbon and sustainable building design.
• Experience using BIM/Revit environments.

What's on Offer

• Hybrid working arrangement (3 days office / 2 days home).
• Opportunity to work on prestigious MOD and MOJ projects.
• Career progression within a well-established consultancy.
• Support towards professional development and Chartership.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.