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Associate Mechanical Design Engineer
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- Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £65,000 - £70,000 Per Annum
Job Description
Your new company
You will be joining an independent Mechanical & Electrical Building Services Consultancy based in the West Midlands, delivering technical design and advisory services across a diverse range of sectors.Their portfolio spans automotive, education, healthcare, hotels, logistics, leisure, public sector, commercial offices, luxury residential, retail, pharmaceutical and heritage projects, along with some overseas work. They operate across both new-build and refurbishment schemes, with a strong reputation for providing practical, high-quality engineering solutions.
The consultancy is known for its hands-on, collaborative culture, technical strength, and long-standing client relationships, offering engineers the opportunity to work across varied and technically interesting projects.
Your new role
As an Associate Director - Mechanical, you will take a senior leadership position within the business, combining technical delivery, team leadership, and client engagement.You will be responsible for leading mechanical design across multiple projects while supporting the wider growth and direction of the engineering team. This role offers a balance of hands-on design oversight and strategic input, working closely with directors and multidisciplinary teams.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading mechanical building services design from concept through to completion
Overseeing multiple projects across a range of sectors, ensuring quality and delivery
Providing technical guidance and mentorship to engineers at all levels
Acting as a key client contact and maintaining strong working relationships
Reviewing designs, specifications, and project documentation
Attending client meetings, design reviews, and site inspections
Supporting team management, resourcing, and project planning
Contributing to business development and identifying new opportunities
Projects you will work on include:
Automotive and industrial facilities
Education and healthcare buildings
Hotels and leisure developments
Logistics and distribution centres
Commercial offices and retail schemes
High-end residential and mixed-use developments
Heritage and specialist environments
Public sector and secure infrastructure projects
What you'll need to succeed
Degree or HND in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering
Chartered Engineer status (or close to achieving)
Extensive experience within a building services consultancy environment
Strong track record of delivering mechanical design across multiple sectors
Experience leading projects and mentoring engineers
Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and industry standards
Proficiency with design software such as IES, Hevacomp, and AutoCAD (Revit beneficial)
Excellent communication skills and ability to manage client relationships
Commercial awareness and the ability to contribute to business growthWhat you'll get in return
Salary up to circa £70,000, depending on experience
Opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within an independent consultancy
Exposure to a broad and technically diverse project portfolio
Close collaboration with directors and influence over team direction
Supportive, collaborative engineering culture
Clear progression opportunities as the business continues to grow
Hybrid working, including flexibility around working from home
Involvement in high-quality projects across a wide range of sectorsWhat 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, 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.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
You will be joining an independent Mechanical & Electrical Building Services Consultancy based in the West Midlands, delivering technical design and advisory services across a diverse range of sectors.Their portfolio spans automotive, education, healthcare, hotels, logistics, leisure, public sector, commercial offices, luxury residential, retail, pharmaceutical and heritage projects, along with some overseas work. They operate across both new-build and refurbishment schemes, with a strong reputation for providing practical, high-quality engineering solutions.
The consultancy is known for its hands-on, collaborative culture, technical strength, and long-standing client relationships, offering engineers the opportunity to work across varied and technically interesting projects.
Your new role
As an Associate Director - Mechanical, you will take a senior leadership position within the business, combining technical delivery, team leadership, and client engagement.You will be responsible for leading mechanical design across multiple projects while supporting the wider growth and direction of the engineering team. This role offers a balance of hands-on design oversight and strategic input, working closely with directors and multidisciplinary teams.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading mechanical building services design from concept through to completion
Overseeing multiple projects across a range of sectors, ensuring quality and delivery
Providing technical guidance and mentorship to engineers at all levels
Acting as a key client contact and maintaining strong working relationships
Reviewing designs, specifications, and project documentation
Attending client meetings, design reviews, and site inspections
Supporting team management, resourcing, and project planning
Contributing to business development and identifying new opportunities
Projects you will work on include:
Automotive and industrial facilities
Education and healthcare buildings
Hotels and leisure developments
Logistics and distribution centres
Commercial offices and retail schemes
High-end residential and mixed-use developments
Heritage and specialist environments
Public sector and secure infrastructure projects
What you'll need to succeed
Degree or HND in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering
Chartered Engineer status (or close to achieving)
Extensive experience within a building services consultancy environment
Strong track record of delivering mechanical design across multiple sectors
Experience leading projects and mentoring engineers
Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and industry standards
Proficiency with design software such as IES, Hevacomp, and AutoCAD (Revit beneficial)
Excellent communication skills and ability to manage client relationships
Commercial awareness and the ability to contribute to business growthWhat you'll get in return
Salary up to circa £70,000, depending on experience
Opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within an independent consultancy
Exposure to a broad and technically diverse project portfolio
Close collaboration with directors and influence over team direction
Supportive, collaborative engineering culture
Clear progression opportunities as the business continues to grow
Hybrid working, including flexibility around working from home
Involvement in high-quality projects across a wide range of sectorsWhat 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, 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.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)