Senior Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer
Location: Glasgow (Head Office)
Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 per year + Bonus
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity
CBW is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer to lead and manage mechanical design projects at our Glasgow headquarters.

We’re looking for a candidate with a solid technical background in building services and extensive leadership experience.

You’ll have the opportunity to work on bespoke and technically demanding projects in specialist and regulated sectors, collaborating with world-renowned clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients, internal design teams, and stakeholders to understand project requirements and develop technical solutions.
• Lead the mechanical design of systems including ductwork, piping, plumbing, and control systems.
• Ensure timely delivery of design packages while adhering to quality standards and project timelines.
• Conduct design and code reviews to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and provide regular progress updates to senior management.
• Mentor and support junior designers, fostering their development and growth.

• Degree in Building Services Engineering or a related field.
• Chartered Engineer status, or actively working towards it.
• 10+ years of experience in building services design, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong technical expertise in HVAC systems and design principles.
• Ability to develop innovative, efficient, and cost-effective solutions from first principles.
• Familiarity with psychrometric calculations.
• Strong commercial awareness with excellent project management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client and team relationships.
• Proficiency in software packages such as AutoCAD, Excel, Navisworks, with an understanding of Revit (though proficiency in Revit is not essential).
• Full UK driving licence.

• Competitive salary with opportunities to contribute to and benefit from the company’s success.
• Annual performance-based bonus.
• Car allowance.
• Company pension plan.
• Private healthcare.
• Employee discounts and referral programme.
• On-site parking.

• Minimum 6 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Full UK work authorisation and a valid driving licence.