Junior Mechanical Engineer

Junior Mechanical EngineerEdinburgh | £35,000 - £45,000 + Private Healthcare + Hybrid Working + Excellent Career DevelopmentJoin a Growing Consultancy at the Launch of its New Edinburgh Office

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Mechanical Engineer to join an established Building Services Design Consultancy as part of the launch of its new Edinburgh operation. With a healthy portfolio of live projects and a substantial pipeline of secured work across Scotland and the North of England, this is a rare chance to join a business at the beginning of an exciting growth journey while benefiting from the security of an already established consultancy. Unlike many junior engineering roles where progression can be restricted by large team structures, this opportunity offers the chance to become one of the founding members of a growing Edinburgh office. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, gain exposure to key projects and clients from an early stage, and have the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility much sooner than would typically be expected elsewhere.

For an ambitious engineer looking to accelerate their career, this represents a genuine opportunity to get in on the ground floor and help shape the future success of a growing Scottish business.

Your New Company

An established Building Services Design Consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative Mechanical, Electrical and Environmental Engineering solutions across the UK and Ireland. The company provides MEP design, BIM coordination and sustainable engineering services across a broad range of sectors including commercial, education, healthcare, residential, industrial and public sector developments. Due to continued project wins and a growing order book, the Edinburgh team is expanding to support an increasing volume of work across Scotland and the North of England.

Your New Role

As a Junior Mechanical Engineer, you'll work within an experienced multidisciplinary design team, supporting the delivery of mechanical building services projects from concept stage through to completion. Beyond the technical aspects of the role, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the growth of the Edinburgh office and play a visible role within a developing team. As one of the early hires in the business, you'll be given the chance to take ownership of responsibilities and develop your professional profile far earlier than is often available within larger consultancies. The role offers a mix of office-based, home-working and site visits, providing excellent exposure to all stages of the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities will include:

Assisting in the design of mechanical building services systems
Supporting the production of HVAC and public health engineering designs
Preparing calculations, technical reports, specifications and schedules
Producing and reviewing design drawings using industry-standard software
Assisting with site visits, surveys and project inspections
Working closely with Electrical Engineers, Architects and Project Teams
Supporting energy-efficient and sustainable building services designs
Learning and developing knowledge of UK Building Regulations and industry standards
Contributing to project delivery across a variety of sectors and project valuesWhat You'll Need To Succeed

Degree or HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline
Previous consultancy experience is advantageous but not essential
Strong interest in Building Services and Mechanical Design Engineering
Good communication and teamwork skills
A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, IES or similar design software would be beneficial
Full UK driving licence is advantageousWhat You'll Get In Return

Competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
Hybrid working with a mix of home, office and site-based working
Opportunity to join at the launch of a brand-new Edinburgh office
Be part of a small, growing team with significant expansion plans
Gain exposure to senior management and decision-makers from day one
Opportunity to take on responsibility earlier than would typically be available in larger consultancies
Work on established projects with a substantial pipeline of future work already secured
Exposure to projects across Scotland and the North of England
Structured mentoring and ongoing technical development
Clear progression pathway towards Intermediate and Senior Engineer level
Private healthcare package
Pension scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement
Support towards professional accreditation and chartershipWhat You Need To Do Now
If you're interested in this position, click 'Apply Now' to submit an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.If this opportunity isn't quite right for you, but you're interested in exploring Building Services opportunities across Scotland, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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