Senior Vertical Transportation Engineer

Senior Vertical Transportation Engineer Solihull (Full-Time, Permanent) £45,000–£55,000 DOE We are working with a well-established and growing building services consultancy seeking a Senior Vertical Transportation Engineer to join their team in Solihull. This is a leadership-focused opportunity offering a clear pathway into management. You will work alongside highly respected engineers on prestigious projects, including high-rise residential developments, while helping to shape and grow the vertical transportation offering within the business. The Role Initially, you will support multidisciplinary MEP teams across a range of projects, providing specialist lift and vertical transportation expertise. Over time, the role will evolve to include business development responsibilities, with the opportunity to win new work and build a growing team. Key Responsibilities Develop vertical transportation design concepts Calculate lift numbers, sizes and speeds for a variety of building types, including high-rise schemes Undertake lift traffic analysis Carry out site surveys and produce detailed reports on existing installations Prepare specifications, schedules, drawings and contract documentation Collaborate with the wider design team throughout all project stages Attend and contribute to progress, coordination and design meetings Witness commissioning activities Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and environmental policies About You Degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline Proven experience in vertical transportation design Background in consultancy or lift contracting preferred Strong capability in lift traffic analysis and engineering calculations Experience using relevant design and calculation software Experience with Revit is advantageous but not essential Commercial awareness and interest in business development Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ambitious, proactive and keen to progress into a leadership role Benefits/ Salary package £45,000–£55,000 salary (DOE) Clear pathway to management Agile and flexible working approach Competitive benefits package Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay Generous annual leave with buy/sell options Technically challenging and high-profile projects Cycle to Work scheme Electric vehicle scheme Employee Assistance Programme Regular team building and social initiatives Opportunity to contribute to charitable and community initiatives If this is the opportunity for you, please contact Jodie Hodgson at Pertemps