Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services)

Company: Hays
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Location: Birmingham
Job Description:

Overview

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will develop mechanical building services designs from concept to delivery, working with a skilled team of engineers and CAD technicians. You will contribute to a variety of sectors, from commercial to healthcare, ensuring designs meet regulations and client expectations. This role offers full lifecycle involvement and a path to senior level within a collaborative, hands-on culture. You will drive high-quality design output and have a meaningful impact on diverse projects across the UK.

Pay / Benefits

  • Salary 45,000–55,000
  • Hybrid working option
  • Full lifecycle project involvement
  • Supportive, collaborative team
  • Professional development pathway
  • Diverse project pipeline

Responsibilities

  • Produce mechanical building services designs, calculations, specifications and drawings
  • Lead or support mechanical design packages across multiple projects
  • Coordinate with internal design teams, CAD specialists and external consultants
  • Attend site surveys, inspections and design meetings
  • Ensure designs comply with UK Building Regulations, industry standards and client expectations
  • Manage own workload while contributing to wider team delivery

Key requirements

  • Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
  • Experience delivering mechanical building services designs within a consultancy environment
  • Strong understanding of mechanical systems, UK Building Regulations and design standards
  • Effective communication and coordination skills
  • Ability to work independently on design tasks and manage deadlines
  • Desirable: experience in MOD or secure-environment projects
  • Effective communication
  • Coordination
  • Independent working
  • AutoCAD
  • IES
  • Hevacomp

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Posted: October 4th, 2026