Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Intermediate £35k - £45k (experience dependant):

Key duties

Develop mechanical building-services designs from concept through to detailed design.

Undertake heating, cooling, ventilation, domestic water and drainage calculations.

Size and select mechanical plant, equipment, ductwork and pipework.

Produce and review mechanical drawings, schematics, specifications and equipment schedules.

Coordinate mechanical services with electrical, public health, architectural and structural designs.

Attend design-team meetings, coordination workshops and site inspections.

Review contractor technical submissions and respond to RFIs.

Assist with surveys of existing buildings and prepare associated reports.

Support senior engineers while taking responsibility for allocated areas and smaller projects.

Ensure designs comply with current Building Regulations, CIBSE guidance and relevant British Standards.

Experience and skills

Approximately 3–5 years’ experience in mechanical building-services design.

Experience working for an MEP consultancy or similar design organisation.

Good knowledge of HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling and domestic water systems.

Able to undertake calculations and develop practical, coordinated design solutions.

Experience producing specifications, schedules, technical reports and design information.

Familiarity with software such as IES, Hevacomp, H2X or equivalent would be beneficial.

Experience working with AutoCAD and Revit would be advantageous.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Able to manage allocated tasks and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Relevant mechanical or building-services qualification.

Progress toward CEng or IEng status would be supported but is not essential
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed