Principal Mechanical Engineer

Company: Collina MEP
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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.

Posted: April 3rd, 2026