Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Exeter 

Salary: Dependent on experience + discretionary performance bonus
Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension, medical cover, flexible & hybrid working, holiday purchase scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, professional body membership payments, death in service cover

Morva Recruitment is seeking a Principal or Senior Mechanical Engineer on behalf of a highly respected building services consultancy in the South West. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to take a senior role within a business renowned for delivering high-quality projects across the region.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in mechanical or building services engineering, have a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience, and be a member of a recognised professional body. You’ll be client-facing, confident in managing projects of all sizes, and skilled at developing, mentoring, and supporting colleagues.

What we’re looking for:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical or building services engineering (or equivalent), meeting the academic requirements for professional engineer status.

• Proven track record delivering building services designs for both small- and large-scale projects.

• Strong IT skills with experience in AutoCAD, Revit, Cymap and Microsoft Office.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Drive, ambition, and determination to progress your career.

• Full UK driving licence.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with above-average written and spoken English.

• Ability to work under pressure, manage budgets, and make sound financial decisions.

Key responsibilities:

• Contribute to business growth by identifying new opportunities, nurturing existing client relationships, and supporting the company’s development plans.

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary design team to deliver projects on time, providing technical support where needed.

• Prepare and monitor budgets in line with client specifications, ensuring projects are delivered to budget and timescales.

• Liaise with clients and external design teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

• Take ownership of professional training and development.

• Stay up to date with technical developments, standards, and legislation relevant to the discipline.

• Prepare specifications, drawings, and contract documents to a high technical standard, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and regulations.

• Deliver mechanical building engineering design for buildings and infrastructure.

• Identify and manage scope or schedule changes in line with change control processes, maintaining effective planning and cost control.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to lead on significant projects while developing their expertise and contributing to a highly regarded consultancy’s continued success.