Principal Mechanical Engineer

The Opportunity

We are recruiting a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic and growing Building Services (MEP) team based in Scotland. Our MEP team is at the forefront of sustainable and high‑performance building design, and we have a strong track record of exciting projects across Scotland.

About You

As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will lead multidisciplinary (MEP) engineering projects from start to finish, positively engaging with the client and supporting them in achieving their goals. Our team leads will support you to lead all aspects of the project, including project team, deliverables, resourcing, programme and budget, to deliver high‑quality outputs for our clients.

You will develop and oversee mechanical concepts and design solutions, manage a project team to deliver detailed design to required standards, producing required design calculations. You will champion an inclusive, supportive culture that works closely and collaboratively, both internally and with external design teams. Communication and ownership are key.

Additional Responsibilities

• Develop and mentor junior engineers, including supporting chartership routes.
• Contribute to innovation, process improvement, and technical excellence initiatives.
• Assist with aspects of team management, supporting in activities such as resource planning, line management, and quality assurance.

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• A relevant qualification (Bachelor's or Master's).
• A proven background in Building Services design, gained from working in a consultancy business.
• Experience working across multiple sectors such as healthcare, education, commercial, residential, and/or industrial.
• Proficiency with BIM processes, including Revit and IES.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

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