Senior/Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Reference: 4814702Job ID: 5405430Posted: 2026-07-17Closing date: 2026-10-16Location: BristolSalary: Negotiable (Depending on experience) (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Engineering / Building ServicesCompany: HaysConsultant: Josh WebbHays office: Bristol — 2nd Floor, 3 Temple Quay, Temple Back EastPhone: 07368696177Email: View email address on job-api.jobget.com new companyOpportunity to join a growing, innovative multidisciplinary engineering consultancy based in Bristol. Renowned for their technical excellence and client-focused approach, they deliver high-quality building services engineering solutions across a diverse range of sectors.With a strong reputation for delivering projects from concept design through to post-completion evaluation, they are committed to sustainable, low-carbon engineering and pride themselves on building lasting relationships with clients, contractors and design teams. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Building Services Design Engineer to join their expanding team.Your new roleAs a Building Services Design Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team responsible for delivering innovative engineering solutions across a varied project portfolio.You will take ownership of design packages, liaise with clients and project stakeholders, and contribute to projects through all stages of design and delivery.Key responsibilities will include:Producing high-quality detailed building services engineering designsUndertaking engineering calculations, analysis and technical assessmentsDeveloping schematics, drawings, specifications, equipment schedules and supporting documentationRepresenting the business at client, contractor and design team meetingsBuilding and maintaining strong professional relationships with clients and project stakeholdersContributing to business development and supporting the growth of the consultancyEnsuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and industry best practiceSupporting project reviews and continuous improvement initiativesAssisting colleagues and contributing to wider company activities where requiredDelivering projects to agreed timescales, budgets and quality standardsWhat you'll need to succeedChartered Engineer status with a recognised professional institution, or be working towards Chartership with the ability to achieve this within 12 monthsProven experience designing building services engineering systemsStrong understanding of low-carbon and sustainable building design principlesThe ability to explain and justify technical design decisionsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsStrong organisational and project delivery capabilitiesThe ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teamsCommercial awareness and project management skillsA proactive approach to professional development and continuous learningEligibility to work within the UKFluent written and spoken EnglishExperience within residential, commercial, education, leisure, secure environments or critical systems sectorsClient management and business development experienceBid preparation and tender submission experienceAn established professional network within the industryExperience in some or all of the following is advantageous:Amtech ProDesignIES Virtual EnvironmentDialuxReluxRadianceRevitAutoCADNavisworksLow Carbon Comfort Space AllowancesSketchUpMicrosoft Office SuiteMicrosoft ProjectWhat you'll get in returnCompetitive salary packageOpportunity to work on innovative, sustainability-led projectsClear career progression pathwaysProfessional development and Chartership supportCollaborative and supportive team environmentExposure to diverse project sectors and clientsFlexible working arrangementsOpportunity to contribute to the growth of a successful engineering consultancyWhat 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 to View email address on job-api.jobget.com, 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. #4814702 - Josh Webb