Principal Mechanical Engineer

Principal Mechanical Engineer | Bristol (Hybrid) | Sustainable Design Focus

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer ready to lead impactful projects and drive low-carbon design? Join a forward-thinking, agile consultancy where your expertise will shape innovative building services solutions across the UK.

The Role

As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you’ll take ownership of projects from concept through to delivery leading design, engaging with clients, ensuring high-quality outcomes on site, as well as mentoring Junior Engineers.

What You’ll Do

• Lead mechanical design on a range of new-build and refurbishment projects
• Deliver projects in line with RIBA work stages
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and contractors
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and quality of delivery
• Mentor Junior Engineers
• Champion sustainable, low-carbon engineering solutions

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience delivering UK building services projects
• Strong understanding of RIBA stages
• Confident communicator and team collaborator
• Proactive problem solver with a practical mindset
• Degree / HND / HNC qualified
• Familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM (desirable)

What You’ll Get

• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Aviva private healthcare
• Flexible & hybrid working (including compressed hours)
• Company laptop and mobile
• Annual salary and progression reviews
• Supportive, close-knit team with real autonomy
• Modern Bristol office (5 minutes from Bristol Parkway) with free parking
• The opportunity to make a real impact in sustainable engineering

Additional Info

• Full-time, permanent role (37.5 hours per week)
• UK travel required (full driving licence needed)
• Right to work in the UK required

Ready to take the lead on meaningful, sustainable projects? Apply now or get in touch to find out more.

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