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Job Title: Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Nottingham, UK

Company: Our client is highly successful and well-established building consultancy, recognized as a RIBA Chartered practice, delivering a comprehensive range of multi-disciplinary services. Their expertise spans the full project lifecycle, including consultation, design, construction, management, and maintenance. They take pride in commitment to quality and innovation, working across sectors such as Education, Commercial, and Residential, both in new builds and refurbishments.

Role Overview: We are seeking a talented and experienced Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in Nottingham. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading the mechanical design aspects of diverse projects, ensuring that all engineering solutions meet the highest standards of functionality, sustainability, and efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer looking to advance their career within a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the mechanical design process from concept through to completion on a variety of projects including Education, Commercial, and Residential.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop innovative and practical design solutions.
Ensure all designs comply with relevant regulations, standards, and client specifications.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design teams.
Manage and review project documentation, including technical drawings, specifications, and reports.
Attend site visits and client meetings to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of our design processes and sustainability initiatives.What We Offer:

Competitive Salary: £55K - £65K dependent on experience
Local Government Pension Scheme: Including generous employer contributions and life assurance of 3x salary.
Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, and additional leave on your birthday.
Private Medical Insurance: BUPA cover provided.
Development Opportunities: Exposure to a wide range of projects and professional growth opportunities.
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay: Supporting your work/life balance.
Flexible Working Hours: Based at our Nottingham office with policies to support your work/life balance.Qualifications and Experience:

A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it) is preferred but not essential.
Proven experience in mechanical design within the building services industry.
Strong knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and sustainable design practices.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate teams.
Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or similar.Note: This job description is a summary and not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications. Additional duties may be assigned as required.

What to do next...

If you are interested in this role, please contact Mark Boyes at Barker Ross on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed).

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