Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Dutton Recruitment
  • City, London
  • 09/02/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

We are supporting a leading contracting business in the search for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Technical Services team. This is a permanent role, primarily based between Greenwich and Canary Wharf.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Department: Technical Services
  • Hours: 08:00 - 17:00 (1-hour lunch) - flexible according to business needs
  • Location: Greenwich and Canary Wharf
  • Salary: Dependent on experience

Role Overview:
The Senior Mechanical Engineer will provide expert mechanical design and technical support across a range of projects. You will work closely with clients and project teams to ensure high-quality delivery and compliance with design intent. Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing strong client relationships and providing trusted technical advice.
  • Assisting with the assessment of new projects and supporting fee proposals.
  • Producing, reviewing, and approving mechanical working drawings and technical submittals from Stage 5 onwards.
  • Carrying out mechanical calculations and delivering design solutions from initial brief to detailed design.
  • Monitoring on-site construction work to ensure compliance with design standards and company quality requirements.
  • Leading testing and commissioning activities, including ISTs and Black Building Tests.
  • Conducting technical evaluations of existing buildings to inform short- and long-term mechanical strategies, including:
    • Energy performance assessments
    • Load and capacity reviews
    • Life cycle replacement reports
    • Single point of failure (SPOF) analysis
    • Resiliency assessments

Benefits:

  • Eligibility to join the Employee-Owned Trust (EOT) scheme after 12 months
  • Private healthcare and dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Pension scheme
  • Length of service rewards
  • Employee discount schemes
  • Access to private financial advice

Our client is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where innovation, dedication, and teamwork are highly valued.