Mechanical Engineer

Amey · Birmingham

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The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Mechanical Engineer to join our Advisory team - a vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across the UK.

The Role

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will support the delivery of mechanical building services elements across multidisciplinary projects, ensuring the successful production of high-quality designs and deliverables that meet client, programme and budget requirements. Working alongside experienced engineers and project teams, you will contribute to the delivery of projects across a range of sectors while continuing to develop your technical and professional expertise.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Support the delivery of mechanical and building services elements of multidisciplinary projects across a range of sectors including Rail, Transportation, Defence, Justice and Education.
  • Prepare and develop designs, calculations, technical reports, drawings, specifications and project documentation.
  • Contribute to the successful delivery of projects, ensuring outputs meet quality, cost and programme requirements.
  • Liaise with clients, contractors, suppliers and stakeholders as part of the project delivery process.
  • Support the preparation of technical proposals and contribute to bid submissions where required.
  • Apply engineering principles to a range of project challenges, developing practical and compliant design solutions.
  • Coordinate design information with other disciplines to support integrated project delivery.
  • Assist in identifying and managing project risks and opportunities.
  • Support compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements throughout project delivery.
  • Contribute to the development of junior team members and share knowledge across project teams where appropriate.
  • Undertake site visits, surveys and inspections as required.

What you will bring to us

  • Degree, HNC or HND in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Working towards, or holding, membership of CIBSE, IMechE or another relevant professional institution.
  • Understanding of mechanical building services design including heating, ventilation, air conditioning and associated building systems.
  • Experience delivering mechanical building services projects within multidisciplinary design environments.
  • Good understanding of design and specification processes.
  • Awareness of commercial considerations associated with project delivery.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Good understanding of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations and risk assessment processes.
  • Experience using industry-standard design and CAD software including AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Ability to work independently whilst contributing effectively as part of a wider team.
  • Understanding of interface management and multidisciplinary project coordination.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable

  • Working towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
  • Experience within Rail, Transportation, Defence, Justice, Education or other public sector environments.
  • Experience using mechanical calculation and modelling software such as Hevacomp, IES or TAS.
  • Revit and BIM experience.
  • Experience supporting multidisciplinary design projects.
  • CSCS card.
  • Experience supporting bid preparation and business development activities.

Career Development

This role is ideal for engineers looking to develop their technical expertise within mechanical building services design. You will have the opportunity to expand your project experience, build your commercial awareness and progress towards professional registration while working on a diverse portfolio of multidisciplinary projects.

What we can offer you

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That's why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

Some of our benefits include:

  • Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition.
  • Competitive salary and compensation.
  • Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
  • 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
  • Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
  • Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out or nights in.
  • Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
  • Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.
  • Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.

Who we are

Amey is a leading infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect and maintain critical assets and systems across the UK and beyond.

What we do

We advise, design, finance, deliver and enhance infrastructure across transport, defence and civic sectors. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering expertise, infrastructure finance and operational excellence, we create secure, resilient and sustainable outcomes for our clients and communities.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply Today

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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Posted 01 Sep 2026
Apply by 01 Oct 2026

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B4 6AT

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