Principal/Associate M&E Design Engineer

About the role

This role is with a fast‑growing engineering consultancy based in Cambridge, delivering mechanical and electrical design services across a range of sectors. As a Principal or Associate M&E Design Engineer you will provide expert engineering support for built‑environment projects and help shape the company’s growth.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to define project objectives and develop innovative, cost‑effective mechanical and electrical solutions.
• Prepare budgets, tender documents and manage projects from design stage (Stage 2) through to construction stage (Stage 4).
• Ensure designs comply with relevant regulations, standards and best practice.
• Conduct site inspections and produce comprehensive condition reports.
• Oversee project delivery, monitoring progress and addressing technical issues.

Required profile

• Degree or Masters in engineering.
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Building Services (or equivalent) and Chartered Engineer status.
• Full driving licence.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Flexibility to work on a variety of project types and adaptability to changing requirements.

Required skills

• Mechanical engineering design.
• Electrical engineering design.
• Project budgeting and cost control.
• Tender preparation and documentation.
• Regulatory compliance and standards knowledge.
• Inspection and condition reporting.

What we offer

• Salary: £50,000‑£75,000 per year (depending on level).
• Nine‑day fortnight and flexible working.
• Ability to buy holidays and up to 8 % employer pension contribution.
• Octopus electric‑vehicle salary‑sacrifice scheme and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Health‑care scheme with Vitality, employee assistance programme and death‑in‑service cover.
• Reimbursement for a professional institution membership and registration incentive bonus.
• Extra day annual leave around your birthday after three years’ service and paid volunteer week.
• One‑week full‑pay paternity leave after the birth of a child.