Associate Design Engineer

Head of Design / Associate Design Engineer\n\nWe are partnered with a rapidly growing, multi-national M&E contractor at the forefront of decarbonising public sector buildings across the UK & Ireland.\n\nOver the past five years, the business has delivered an impressive growth strategy, expanding into 8 regional offices and establishing 3 fabrication facilities, positioning itself as a major player in the low-carbon and energy transition market.\n\nDue to continued growth, they are seeking a Mechanical Head of Design / Associate Design Engineer / Principal Design Engineer to lead their UK design function from their Birmingham office.\n\nThis is a critical senior leadership position, offering the opportunity to shape and drive the company’s M&E design strategy across major decarbonisation and energy infrastructure projects nationwide.\n\nWe are looking for a technically strong Mechanical Design leader with a background in HVAC, plant, and energy systems, who can combine strategic leadership with hands-on engineering expertise. You will be comfortable leading teams, managing key client relationships, and still capable of delivering and reviewing high-quality technical designs when required.\n\nHead of Design / Associate Design Engineer Responsibilities\n\n * Lead and deliver the company’s decarbonisation design strategy from RIBA Stage 2 through to project completion\n\n * Manage, mentor, and grow a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers\n\n * Ensure all designs are technically robust, compliant, innovative, and buildable\n\n * Provide technical leadership across M&E, renewables, heat networks, and smart energy systems\n\n * Support project delivery through site visits, workshops, and client collaboration\n\nHead of Design / Associate Design Engineer Package\n\n * Very competitive Salary (Happy to discuss at interview)\n\n * 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays\n\n * Pension Scheme\n\n * Health Shield Plan\n\n * Life Assurance\n\n * Company Car Allowance