Principal Engineer - Mechanical Building Services
Bakerhicks
mechanical design
client collaboration
team leadership
project management
sustainable solutions
multi‑disciplinary coordination
Our mechanical experts work with clients across exciting and niche sectors, delivering complex yet efficient and sustainable solutions, often to a demanding, highly regulated, and bespoke brief.
You will also assist the Associates with the day-to-day management of the local Mechanical Services team, working on projects within highly regulated sectors.
They work seamlessly within a multi-disciplinary team, trusted by our clients to deliver inventive solutions to complex technical design challenges.
In this role, you will lead and mentor a passionate and dedicated team of Engineers and Technicians, ensuring the delivery of top-quality results on projects.
- You will work on exciting and innovative buildings with top-tier architects and clients, in highly regulated sectors.
chartered
hvac
bids
team management
security clearance
project delivery
From biotechnology to chemical and pharmaceuticals, our mechanical team has a detailed knowledge of systems design, using the latest modelling technology to test a solution and to maximise efficiencies as sustainably as possible.
Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as potentially required by our clients and sectors.
Experienced in all aspects of the project lifecycle from definition and feasibility to detailed design and site monitoring, we invest time to understand the processes and equipment to deliver a client’s strategy for growth.
- Have experience in contributing to bids, proposals, and tender specifications
- Hold a relevant degree and chartered or willing to work towards this
- Value quality and enjoy delivering technically excellent Mechanical services designs in the built environment including HVAC and Public Health
- Have experience working in a highly regulated sector
- Have experience in managing small teams from graduate to senior-level engineers
- Have significant experience in delivering on medium-size projects or managing packages on large projects
- Eligible to pass criteria for security clearance and airside pass applications
Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And, our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.
- Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
- You will have the opportunity to see your designs come to fruition through site visits and client engagement
- Employee assistance
- Company car or cash allowance
- Our growing team provides progression opportunities, where you will be encouraged and supported to develop your role and challenge your skills to explore career paths that help maximise your technical and management skill sets.
- You will work within a supportive team with the ability to plug into and access our wider network of professionals
- Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
- 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
- Flexible working
- Life assurance scheme
- must obtain and maintain security clearance (including eligibility for airside pass) as required by clients and sectors.
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1957
Year Established
The company was founded in 1957 by two engineering visionaries.
$400M
Revenue Generated
Delivers over $400 million in revenue annually through multidisciplinary design and project delivery.
14
European Offices
Maintains 14 offices across Europe, leveraging advanced technologies for project management and delivery.
- Specialises in aviation, defence, life‑sciences, manufacturing, nuclear, power, rail, infrastructure and process facilities.
- Typical projects span from major hospitals and complex train stations to high‑containment laboratories and cable tunnels.
- Known for tackling intricate challenges—like designing Europe’s ambitious tunnelling schemes and airport infrastructure.
- Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.
- We bring a people-first approach to every project.
- We are innovative, seeking to create smarter solutions.
- We are trusted to deliver high-quality, professional services.
- We promote an environment where people can develop, grow, and achieve their potential.
2050
Net-zero commitment
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions, significantly reducing the company's environmental impact.
- Supporting clients in developing sustainable designs that minimize environmental impact.
- Integrating sustainability into every aspect of the business, from operations to client solutions.
- Focusing on energy efficiency, waste reduction, and resource conservation in projects.
- Conducting regular carbon footprint assessments to continuously reduce emissions.
- Committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce
- Recruitment practices ensure a fair and transparent process for all candidates
- Balanced gender representation at all levels within the company
