Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer

1 week ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom Tetra Tech Full time

We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Principal Mechanical Building Services Engineer to support and develop the project delivery capabilities of our busy and successful building services team in Manchester.
Candidates will successfully lead and deliver multiple, medium complexity projects without supervision, or packages of high complexity projects under the direction of more experienced staff.

Project work will vary and you should have experience across a range of sectors including life sciences, defence, education, commercial, residential, renewable energy, industrial, retail, healthcare and leisure within both public and private domains.
In this role you will be responsible for all aspects of design in the delivery of mechanical engineering consultancy services for a portfolio of projects. undertaking calculations, production of drawings, producing specifications and reports, conducting site surveys, conducting construction stage duties, providing client liaison, consulting with members of design/construction teams and any other relevant duties required to comply with project briefs.
Producing and reviewing mechanical design drawings will be key to your role. Experience of using Autodesk Revit MEP would be beneficial.If required, further training in Revit and other systems will be provided.
You will have the passion and drive to deliver and manage projects in accordance with the clients brief and programme, and will help develop good client relationships. Production and review of detailed design calculations for all aspects of mechanical design
Conducting detailed site surveys and inspection of installations
Support associates and director with resource planning and managing team workload
Hold (or meet the criteria to hold) security clearance to MOD SC level
An accredited Building Services /Mechanical Engineering degree or higher educational qualification
The skill set and passion for engineering with the ability to manage and deliver mechanical building services engineering designs across a wide range of sectors
Experienced in project lead and delivery of mechanical services across multiple projects, as part of a multi discipline design team
Conducting any or all stages of mechanical design from concept to completion as required by the project
Take design lead on projects promoting design excellence at all times
Experience in a range of digital tools including AutoCAD, AutoDesk Revit, IES, NBS and Microsoft packages
Proven ability to develop designs conscious of energy conservation, sustainability and with a knowledge basis of renewable technologies
Fully conversant with technical and legislation requirements for mechanical and public health services equipment and installation design and management
Able to take charge of project deliverables, make decisions on developing the discipline design elements, act on own initiative and operate in a pro-active way
Strong report writing skills
Experience of producing and supporting fee estimates and bid writing would be beneficial
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.
At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits.
For more information on our company, please visit our website at To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website.
Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity / shared parental leave.
We are veryhappy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work / life balance.



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