Senior Mechanical Engineer

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited · Building Services Engineer · viaReed

£50,000 - £60,000 per annum

Edinburgh, ScotlandPermanentFull-timeHybrid
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Closing date
11 Nov 2026
Posted
1d ago
Specialism
Building Services Engineer
Sector
Construction
Reference
reed-57496832

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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Building ServicesEdinburgh | Up to £60,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits | Hybrid Working

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established and growing building services consultancy in the heart of Edinburgh.The business delivers mechanical and electrical engineering design solutions across a diverse range of built-environment projects, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, low-energy design and high-quality engineering. [rybka.co.uk]This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Building Services Engineer looking to take greater responsibility for project delivery while continuing to develop their technical and client-facing skills.The RoleAs a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be involved in the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects from concept through to completion.Key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading the mechanical design and delivery of building services projects
  • Designing HVAC, heating, ventilation and associated mechanical systems
  • Producing calculations, specifications, schedules and technical reports
  • Working closely with clients, architects and other engineering disciplines
  • Coordinating mechanical services within multidisciplinary project teams
  • Attending client, design-team and site meetings
  • Supporting projects through detailed design and construction
  • Reviewing technical information and ensuring high standards of design
  • Supporting and mentoring junior engineers
  • Contributing to the delivery of energy-efficient and sustainable building solutions

What You'll NeedYou will ideally have:

  • Several years' experience within a building services or MEP consultancy
  • Strong mechanical building services design experience
  • Good knowledge of HVAC and associated mechanical systems
  • Experience delivering projects through multiple design stages
  • Knowledge of UK Building Regulations, relevant British Standards and CIBSE guidance
  • Strong communication and client-facing skills
  • Experience with relevant building services design software
  • A degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline
  • Chartered status, or progress towards Chartership, would be advantageous

What's On Offer

  • Salary up to £60,000, depending on experience
  • Hybrid working, typically three days office / two days home, with flexibility
  • 37.5-hour working week
  • 1pm finish every Friday
  • 28 days' annual leave plus 6 bank holidays
  • Employer pension contribution of 7%
  • Annual performance-related bonus
  • Death in service benefit
  • Employee assistance programme
  • GP service for employees and immediate family
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Ongoing training and long-term career development


If you're a Mechanical Building Services Engineer in Edinburgh looking for the next step in your career, or you're currently considering a move into a growing consultancy environment, I'd be keen to speak with you.Apply today or contact Richard Greenwood at Hays Building Services for a confidential discussion.

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