Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Company: James Gray Recruitment

Location: Glasgow

Posted: May 15th, 2026

A highly regarded, people focused engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its growing Building Services team in Glasgow.


Known for its collaborative culture, sustainable design approach, and strong staff retention, this consultancy offers the opportunity to work on high profile projects while maintaining a genuine focus on employee wellbeing, flexibility, and long term career development.


The Role

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering innovative mechanical building services solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout the UK.


Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will lead Mechanical design delivery from concept through to completion while supporting junior engineers and contributing to client relationships.


Projects span sectors including commercial, residential, education, healthcare, hospitality, leisure, and public sector developments.


Key Responsibilities

- Lead the mechanical design of building services systems across multiple projects

- Produce and review design calculations, specifications, and technical reports

- Coordinate effectively with electrical, sustainability, and public health disciplines

- Attend and lead client and design team meetings

- Mentor and support junior engineers within the team

- Ensure projects are delivered to programme, budget, and quality expectations


Requirements

- Degree qualified in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering

- Strong experience within a Building Services consultancy environment

- Excellent technical knowledge of HVAC and mechanical systems design

- Proven project delivery experience across a range of sectors

- Familiarity with UK building regulations and industry standards

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

- Chartered status or working towards chartership desirable


Why Join?

- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support work life balance

- Supportive and inclusive team culture with a strong emphasis on wellbeing

- Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development

- Exposure to technically challenging and sustainability led projects

- Collaborative working environment with a strong focus on innovation

- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

- Commitment to training, mentorship, and continued professional development

- Opportunity to work within a consultancy that values its people and encourages long-term career growth


This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to join a forward thinking consultancy that combines technical excellence with a genuinely supportive culture. Apply today

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