Mechanical Design Manager

Job DescriptionMechanical Design Manager M&E Design & Prefabrication Banbridge Your new companyAn established and growing building services contractor is seeking a proactive, forwardthinking Mechanical Design Manager to lead its Offsite Design Team. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic business delivering innovative, largescale engineering projects across the UK and Ireland.This company is well recognised for its designandbuild capability, typically developing projects from Stage 3 concept design through to completion. With extensive inhouse prefabrication facilities, the organisation delivers modular plantrooms, skids, and offsite solutions for major residential, commercial, industrial, mixeduse and student accommodation developments.Your new roleThis is a hands-on, influential position offering involvement throughout the full project lifecycle, from early design and development through prefabrication, manufacturing and onsite installation. With fewer concurrent projects than traditional consultancy roles, youll have the scope to prioritise quality, innovation, and technical excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesReview and analyse employer requirements and tender documents.Produce schematics, calculations, specifications, and plant schedules.Work collaboratively with the internal design team in person and via email.Lead weekly design team meetings, setting project targets and ensuring highquality delivery.Produce fabricationready drawings using fabCAD software.Coordinate mechanical services within plant areas, ensuring excellent buildability and integration with other disciplines.Support specification compliance, material selections, and weld standards.Mentor, guide, and support junior engineers in their development.Conduct site surveys and review installations (typically 12 days per month).Work closely with the Production team to align design output with workshop requirements.Support processes for recording design output data and understanding design-time costings.What you''ll need to succeedDegree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent HND.Minimum 5 years experience in a senior mechanical design roleBackground in the commercial and industrial M&E sector.Organised, structured approach to workload.Strong IT proficiency, especially in Microsoft Excel.Analytical and detailfocused, with excellent problemsolving abilities.Strong communication skills and ability to lead technical discussions.Forwardthinking, proactive, and keen to improve systems and processes.What you''ll get in returnThis position offers the rare chance to take ownership of innovative mechanical designs and see them progress from concept right through to fabrication and installation. Youll join a forwardthinking business invested in modern methods of construction, offsite innovation, and the professional growth of its people. For someone looking to lead a talented team, contribute to exciting engineering projects, and develop their career in a progressive environment, this role is an excellent next step.BenefitsCash Health Plan including Employee Assistance Programme4 salary Death in Service coverAutoenrolment company pension scheme (Salary Sacrifice)Company Sick Pay Scheme, increasing with length of serviceEnhanced maternity and paternity leave benefitsPaid professional subscriptionsEmployee discount schemesCycle to Work SchemeCorporate gym membership discountBranded workwear/clothingActive Social and Wellbeing CommitteesAnnual health checksLong service awardsAdditional annual leave based on length of serviceExtensive training and development opportunitiesWhat you need to do nowIf you''re interested in this role, click ''apply now'' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn''t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4767661

Created: 2026-04-15