Job Description:

Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: London (Hybrid)

Sector: Building Services / MEP Engineering

Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 + Generous Package

The Role: Skilled Careers is exclusively representing a top-tier, global engineering consultancy that is expanding its London operations. We are seeking an authoritative and commercially astute Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to spearhead a dedicated MEP team. This is a strategic hire, focused on delivering large-scale, sustainable commercial builds and premium mixed-use urban regeneration projects.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Act as the technical lead and primary point of contact for major commercial and mixed-use portfolios.

• Drive the delivery of innovative, low-carbon mechanical engineering solutions, championing net-zero design principles.

• Manage project financials, resource allocation, and fee proposals to ensure commercial viability and profitability.

• Build and maintain robust relationships with key clients, architects, and developers to secure repeat business.

• Provide high-level technical leadership, QA/QC, and strategic mentorship to a team of senior and intermediate engineers.

About You:

• BEng or MEng in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering.

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with CIBSE or IMechE.

• Extensive experience within the UK building services sector, with a proven track record of leading multi-million-pound commercial/mixed-use projects.

• Strong commercial acumen and experience in client-facing, business development roles.

• Deep knowledge of the London Plan, BREEAM, WELL standards, and modern sustainable design techniques.

Why Join

• Step into a leadership role with a clear, fast-tracked trajectory to Associate Director.

• Work on some of London's most iconic and sustainable upcoming developments.

• Industry-leading benefits package including car allowance, private medical, enhanced pension, and remote working flexibility.

Let's Talk: Ready to make a significant impact on London's skyline Contact Matt Jones at (url removed) today for a confidential discussion about this role.