Associate Mechanical Engineer

Associate Mechanical Engineer – Building Services (MEP)

Location: London Office
Business Type: Multidisciplinary Engineering Consultancy
Employment Type: Full-Time
Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)
Salary: £75k - £85k per annum

About The Role

There is an opportunity for an Associate Mechanical Engineer to join a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy. They are known for designing sustainable, low-carbon, and people-centred building environments. This is a senior role for an engineer who enjoys leading complex projects, managing client relationships, and guiding a team of building services professionals.

They work across a wide variety of projects in the UK and internationally, including residential, commercial, mixed-use, leisure, education, heritage, and cultural developments. This role offers the opportunity to shape projects from concept through to delivery while contributing to the growth and strategic direction of their Mechanical Building Services team.

Why Join?

They provide a friendly and modern office environment designed to encourage collaboration and creativity. Their culture is focused on staff wellbeing, with a vibrant social programme including trips, sporting activities, cultural events, and team-building opportunities.

They are also committed to professional development, supporting chartership, ongoing learning, and structured career progression. Staff have the chance to gain experience on international projects and broaden their skills within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project and Client Leadership

• Lead a portfolio of Mechanical Building Services projects from concept to completion.
• Act as the primary client contact on key projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered to the highest technical, programme, and commercial standards.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, and manage project fees.
• Build strong, long-term client relationships.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers.
• Oversee day-to-day workflow, resource planning, and team coordination.
• Support senior engineers’ development while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and training.

Technical Expertise

• Act as a specialist in Mechanical Building Services Engineering.
• Provide expert guidance on design strategy, procurement, risk management, and technical challenges.
• Apply strong analytical and design skills across a variety of MEP systems and building types.
• Promote best practice in digital delivery, CAD, and BIM processes.

Business Development and Strategy

• Support client development and contribute to securing new opportunities.
• Represent them at meetings, pitches, and industry events.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and process improvements.

 
About You

• Chartered Engineer with 10+ years’ experience in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering.
• Proven record delivering MEP systems across different building types.
• Experienced as a Project Engineer or Project Lead.
• Strong communicator, confident presenting to clients and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Comfortable managing commercial and financial aspects of projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with hybrid working
• Opportunities for professional development and chartership support
• Flexible working arrangements and wellbeing initiatives
• Social events, team-building activities, and international project experience

Please contact David Hilditch at RGB Network for more information on this Associate Mechanical Engineer vacancy, or apply here now!