Principal / Associate Mechanical Engineer (MOD)

Company: Ashbys Consulting
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Location: Lancashire
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will lead mechanical engineering projects within the building services sector, with a emphasis on MOD deliveries. You will work with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to drive projects from inception through completion while establishing and growing a new Lancashire office. You will provide technical guidance, oversee design and construction deliverables, and ensure quality, cost, and schedule targets are met. This is a pivotal, client-facing position that blends leadership, technical excellence, and strategic office setup to enable rapid regional impact.

Pay / Benefits

  • competitive salary
  • excellent benefits
  • career growth opportunities
  • remote work initially
  • significant impact by setting up a new office

Responsibilities

  • Lead mechanical projects in building services with focus on MOD work
  • Build and sustain relationships with clients, contractors and MOD representatives
  • Provide technical guidance across feasibility, concept, detailed design and construction
  • Oversee production of specifications, calculations, drawings, and reports
  • Conduct site visits and inspections to verify progress and compliance
  • Mentor junior team members and promote knowledge sharing
  • Stay updated on industry trends, codes, and standards

Key requirements

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Chartered Engineer or equivalent accreditation
  • Extensive building services experience with MOD project delivery
  • Strong knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and standards
  • Proficiency with design software and tools
  • Demonstrated leadership and team-management ability
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated with proactive problem-solving
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote-to-office transition
  • Willingness to travel and work remotely during office setup
  • leadership
  • communication
  • stakeholder management
  • design software
  • calculations
  • drawings

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Posted: October 1st, 2026