Senior Design Engineer (Mechanical & Electrical)

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Cpw
A UK‑based mechanical, electrical and low‑carbon building services consultancy delivering innovative MEP design.
Senior engineer delivering mechanical & electrical building services design
4 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Solihull, England, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
250 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Design
Sector Specialisms
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Pharmaceutical
Education
Healthcare
Data Centres
Role
What you would be doing
calculations
drawings
project lead
technical excellence
client presentation
customer care
  • Attending principal meetings and making client presentations on selected projects
  • Raise/promote the level of technical excellence relating to mechanical engineering within the team
  • Producing calculations or guiding others to complete them
  • Acting as Project Leader on selected projects
  • Producing drawings and specifications
  • Help generate repeat business through customer care of existing clients
  • Be client facing and involved in all stages of the projects from inception to completion.
  • Working closely with others in a team environment to achieve a common goal
  • Over time, develop the ability to become a point of contact for key clients
What you bring
revit
breeam
cibse
degree
hv/lv
3-4 years

We are passionate and experienced mechanical, electrical and low-carbon engineers who enjoy bringing buildings to life in ways that are better for the world. We’re a friendly team intent on bringing sustainability to the building services industry through design.

We are looking for someone with a Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering (Chartered or working towards) /Candidates with HNC or HND with suitable design experience will also be considered.

  • Knowledge of British and European Standards, Building Regulations documents etc.
  • An understanding and specification of incorporating various renewable technologies
  • Working knowledge of BREEAM
  • Experience of Software design using - Microsoft suite of programmes, Relux/Dialux, Amtech, Revit
  • Professional Membership (CIBSE, IET)
  • Minimum of 3-4 years experience of design in building services, post qualification completion
  • An appreciation of electrical engineering to be able to cover both disciplines at meetings
  • A good understanding of HV/LV systems
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Knowledge of integration of embedded generation
Benefits

Social and charitable giving is at the heart of CPW as a business. You will have the opportunity to engage in difference-making charity events, client events and local education initiatives, helping protect the future of our industry, our communities and the environment.

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application. We would welcome a conversation to discuss a flexible working environment to suit your personal circumstances.

  • Recruitment referral bonus scheme
  • Full allowance for team building activities
  • Eye care vouchers
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Generous Annual Leave entitlement with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
  • Electrical vehicle scheme
  • Competitive pay and enhanced sickness/maternity/paternity pay schemes
  • Excellent growth and career opportunities
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Founded in 1978
Year of Establishment
The company was established in Birmingham in 1978 by its three founders.
230+ Engineers
Skilled Team Members
The company has built a team of over 230 engineers across the UK and internationally.
£42m Project
Notable Commission
They completed a high-value, award-winning commission for the University of Leicester’s PassivHaus building.
  • Delivers full mechanical, electrical, and sustainable engineering consultancy, specializing in bespoke services for net-zero carbon buildings.
  • Typical projects include laboratories, educational facilities, luxury spas, corporate headquarters, and large-scale logistics centres.
  • Standout achievements include designing the UK’s largest PassivHausbuilding, transforming Bombay Sapphire’s distillery site, and developing the Ben Ainslie Racing HQ.
  • Thrives on research-led, low-carbon innovation, integrating lighting, power, acoustics, and smart building systems across sectors.
  • Blends technical expertise with creative problem-solving to create functional and innovative building solutions.
Culture + Values
  • We work with integrity, honesty, and transparency.
  • We value collaboration and teamwork.
  • We are committed to delivering high-quality solutions.
  • We focus on continuous learning and improvement.
  • We embrace innovation and creativity in problem-solving.
  • We maintain a strong safety culture.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net-Zero Target
Commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by the year 2050.
  • Has set measurable goals to reduce carbon emissions across operations.
  • Actively promotes energy-efficient technologies and practices.
  • Sustainability is embedded in project delivery and decision-making.
  • Works to minimize environmental impact in all stages of projects.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
  • We aim for gender balance in leadership roles.
  • We actively support initiatives to increase the number of women in engineering.
  • We provide a safe and supportive environment for all employees.
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Senior Design Engineer (Mechanical & Electrical) at Cpw in Solihull, England, United Kingdom