Your new companyWe are recruiting on behalf of a respected SME building services and sustainability consultancy recognised for delivering innovative mechanical, electrical and public health engineering solutions across complex, high-performance sectors.The business operates from multiple offices across the UK and internationally, forming a growing network that supports projects across Europe, the Middle East and Asia.As part of its continued expansion, the company has now opened a new Birmingham office, strengthening its national presence and ability to support major clients. They deliver high-end engineering in sectors including defence, healthcare, data centres and infrastructure. With an Electrical Director already appointed, they are now seeking a Mechanical Associate to help lead and grow the mechanical discipline within the new Midlands region.Your new roleAs Mechanical Associate, you will play a key role in driving the growth and technical delivery of the mechanical function for the Birmingham office. You will:Lead mechanical design and engineering for mission-critical and complex projects.Work closely with the Electrical Director to build a strong multidisciplinary regional team.Provide senior technical, commercial and strategic leadership across all project stages.Develop and maintain client relationships while contributing to regional business development.Mentor and support junior and intermediate engineers to promote technical excellence.Champion sustainable, efficient and compliant mechanical engineering solutions.This is a rare opportunity to shape and influence a new regional operation within an ambitious and expanding SME consultancy.What you'll need to succeedA strong building services consultancy background in mechanical engineering.Experience at Principal or Associate level delivering major or complex projects.Sector exposure to defence, healthcare, data centres or infrastructure (advantageous).Proven leadership, project management and client-facing capability.Excellent communication, commercial judgement and technical credibility.Chartered status or working towards it (preferred).What you'll get in return£80,000-£100,000 salary (DOE)Car allowancePrivate healthcare25 days holiday + bank holidaysA senior role within a newly established regional officeThe backing of an SME with a multi-office UK network and international presenceLong-term progression opportunities and high strategic influence within the regionWhat 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.

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