Senior Mechanical Engineer – Building Services

Kent (Hybrid Working)

£50,000 – £60,000

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to lead innovative building services projects and shape sustainable environments? Join a well-established consultancy in Kent, where your expertise will make a real impact.

About the Role:

We’re seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic Building Services team. You’ll lead mechanical design on a variety of projects across residential, commercial, education, and healthcare sectors. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility to work from home 2-3 days a week.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading mechanical design from concept through to completion
• Managing client relationships and mentoring junior engineers
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, architects, and contractors
• Ensuring compliance with UK regulations and sustainability standards
• Using industry tools (e.g. Hevacomp, Revit MEP, IES) to develop and review detailed designs

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
• Minimum 6-8 years’ experience within UK building services
• Chartered or working towards chartership (CIBSE/IMechE)
• Strong knowledge of current UK building regulations
• Confident communicator with leadership capability

What You’ll Get:

• £50,000-£60,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working (2-3 days from home)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme and professional development support
• Opportunity to lead exciting, high-impact projects across the South East

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now by sending your cv to callum.jones@penguinrecruitment.co.uk