Mechanical Design Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and driven Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients growing team. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-level mechanical engineering expertise across a range of projects within the built environment, with a particular focus on the Healthcare and Education sectors.

You will play a key role in both design and project delivery, ensuring technical excellence while managing projects from concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

· Deliver projects to a high technical standard, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget

· Contribute to and lead the mechanical design of building services systems, particularly where advanced technical input is required

· Support the team leader in developing practical, cost-effective engineering solutions

· Engage with clients to define project briefs, requirements, and budgets

· Prepare detailed specifications, calculations, and technical drawings in line with client needs

· Review tender submissions and provide recommendations through detailed tender reports

· Manage site activities from initial mobilisation through to project completion

· Monitor installation works to ensure compliance with specifications and agree final contractor accounts

· Conduct condition surveys and produce detailed inspection reports

· Produce high-quality technical reports, presentations, and tender documentation

· Develop energy strategies, incorporating sustainable and low-carbon design solutions

· Utilise industry-standard software including IES, AutoCAD, and Revit

· Design and coordinate mechanical systems, including plantroom layouts, pipework, and ductwork distribution

· Undertake site visits, surveys, and witness testing and commissioning of systems

· Support financial performance through accurate monthly fee invoicing and achieving agreed targets

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

· Degree or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline

· Membership of CIBSE, the Energy Institute, or an equivalent professional body (preferred)

· Chartered Engineer status, or working towards chartership

· Demonstrated ability to deliver projects to deadlines and budget constraints

· Strong working knowledge of IES mechanical design software

· Proficiency in AutoCAD, with Revit experience desirable

· Good understanding of relevant legislation, building regulations, CIBSE guides, and industry best practices

· Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle