Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer - #2194142

Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer
Location: Manchester
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
Employment: Full-Time, Permanent
 
The Opportunity
We are working with an established and growing building services engineering consultancy seeking a Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer to join its Manchester-based team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Mechanical Design Engineer to work across a varied portfolio of building projects, contributing to the delivery of high-quality mechanical building services designs from initial feasibility and concept stages through to detailed design and construction.
The successful individual will become part of a close-knit, collaborative engineering team, working alongside experienced engineers, clients, architects and contractors. The business places a strong emphasis on technical quality, teamwork and developing its people, offering the opportunity to take ownership of projects while continuing to develop professionally.
 
The Role
You will be responsible for delivering mechanical building services design across a variety of projects, producing coordinated and technically robust engineering solutions.
Responsibilities will include:

• Producing mechanical building services designs, calculations, specifications, drawings and technical reports.
• Working across all stages of the RIBA Plan of Work, from feasibility and concept design through to technical design and construction.
• Designing mechanical systems including heating, ventilation, air conditioning and associated building services.
• Undertaking mechanical calculations, equipment selections and plant sizing.
• Preparing detailed design information and coordinating mechanical services with other disciplines.
• Working closely with architects, structural engineers, contractors and other members of the project team.
• Attending design meetings and liaising directly with clients and project stakeholders.
• Supporting the delivery of projects to programme, budget and required technical standards.
• Contributing to energy-efficient and sustainable building design solutions.

Project Sectors
The consultancy works across a diverse range of sectors, including:

• Education - schools, colleges and universities.
• Healthcare and care - care homes and specialist care developments.
• Residential - new-build housing and apartment developments.
• Commercial - offices and commercial developments.
• Leisure and specialist developments.

This variety offers the opportunity to gain exposure to different building types, mechanical systems and project challenges rather than being restricted to one sector.
 
About You
We are interested in speaking with Mechanical Building Services Design Engineers who have experience working within a building services consultancy or similar design-led engineering environment.
Ideally, you will have:

• Experience in mechanical building services design within the built environment.
• A good understanding of HVAC systems, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
• Experience producing mechanical calculations, technical drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations and design guidance.
• Experience working across multiple RIBA design stages.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with Revit and BIM would be advantageous.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• The ability to manage workloads and contribute to projects independently.

A relevant degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline would be advantageous.
 
What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Permanent position within an established building services consultancy.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of projects across multiple sectors.
• Support for continued professional development and career progression.
• Mentoring and guidance from experienced engineers.
• A collaborative working environment where individual contributions are recognised.
• The opportunity to take ownership of your work and develop your technical capabilities.

Interested?
If you are a Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer looking for your next opportunity within a consultancy environment, we would be keen to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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