Principal Mechanical Engineer : Building Services
Location: Chelmsford
Reference: BY1687
Salary: GBP60,000 : GBP75,000
Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a passion for building services? This dynamic and growing team based near Chelmsford are seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in delivering innovative, sustainable, and high:quality mechanical engineering solutions for a diverse range of projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the mechanical engineering aspects of building services projects from concept to completion.
* Work closely with other disciplines to ensure integrated design and project success.
* Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and teams.
* Liaise with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant building regulations, standards, and best practices.
Skills and Experience required for the principal mechanical engineer role:
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (Chartered status is a plus).
* Proven experience in building services engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior role.
* Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, building regulations, and sustainability practices.
* Experience in project management and client:facing roles.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and problem:solving skills.
* Live in or near to Chelmsford.
The principal mechanical engineer role offers:
* A competitive salary (GBP60,000 : GBP75,000)
* Opportunity to work on high:profile and diverse projects.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Career development and progression opportunities.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Flexible working arrangements and a healthy work:life balance.
If you are interested in this or other roles relating to building services/ sustainability, please feel free to contact Beth Young on or email We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to penguinrecruitment. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.