Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer

Building Services Consultancy | 3-4 Years' Experience
An established independent building services engineering consultancy is looking to recruit an Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing team.

Working across a diverse portfolio of projects within healthcare, education, commercial, residential, industrial, retail and leisure sectors, the consultancy delivers mechanical and electrical building services design solutions for a varied client base.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Mechanical Design Engineer with 3-4 years' experience who is looking to take the next step in their career. You'll gain exposure to a varied project portfolio, develop your technical expertise and work towards becoming a Senior Engineer within an established building services consultancy.

The Role
Working alongside experienced mechanical and electrical engineers, you will contribute to the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects, from initial concept through to detailed design and construction.
You will take responsibility for allocated design tasks, undertake engineering calculations, produce technical drawings and specifications, and work closely with senior engineers and other design professionals to deliver coordinated engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical building services designs across a varied project portfolio.
• Design heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), domestic water and associated mechanical systems.
• Undertake engineering calculations, including heating and cooling loads, ventilation rates and pipe sizing.
• Produce mechanical design drawings, specifications, technical reports and equipment schedules.
• Assist with plant and equipment selection and specification.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant British Standards, Building Regulations and CIBSE guidance.
• Coordinate designs with electrical, structural and architectural disciplines.
• Support senior engineers with technical reviews, tender documentation and construction-stage queries.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and other design professionals.
• Contribute to sustainable, energy-efficient and low-carbon design solutions.

What They're Looking For
The consultancy is keen to hear from candidates with:

• Approximately 3-4 years' experience in mechanical building services design.
• Experience working within a building services or M&E consultancy environment.
• Good understanding of HVAC, heating, ventilation and domestic water systems.
• Experience undertaking mechanical design calculations.
• Ability to produce technical drawings, specifications and design documentation.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Revit.
• Understanding of relevant British Standards, Building Regulations and CIBSE guidance.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A proactive approach to learning, problem-solving and developing technical expertise.
• An HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline would be advantageous.
• Working towards CIBSE or IMechE membership, or professional registration, would also be beneficial.

What's In It For You?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements.
• Private healthcare.
• Ongoing CPD support and professional development.
• Support towards professional qualifications and accreditation.
• Clear opportunities for career progression and promotion.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Long term career development within an established consultancy.
• Opportunity to develop your skills and progress within a growing business.

Please apply below or contact Mica Wightman at Calibre Search for more information about this position on 0113 532 9117.

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