Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services)

Our Client is an independently owned building services consultancy based in York, providing mechanical and electrical engineering design solutions across a diverse range of projects.

The business is looking to secure the services of an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join the team and play a key role in the delivery of high-quality mechanical building services designs from concept through to completion. The successful candidate will have strong technical knowledge, sound commercial awareness and the ability to take ownership of projects while working collaboratively with clients, contractors, architects and other members of the design team.

As an experienced Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development and delivery of mechanical building services solutions across a variety of sectors. You will have the opportunity to work on projects of varying size and complexity, contributing to projects from initial feasibility and concept design through to detailed design, construction and completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HVAC design solutions for projects from concept through to completion.
• Develop mechanical services strategies and solutions appropriate to each project.
• Produce and review mechanical calculations, specifications, drawings and technical reports.
• Design systems including heating, cooling, ventilation, domestic water services and above-ground drainage.
• Carry out system sizing, plant selection and equipment assessments.
• Undertake energy and sustainability assessments where required.
• Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, structural and electrical services.
• Attend design meetings and liaise directly with clients, architects, contractors and other consultants.
• Undertake site surveys and inspections and prepare reports and recommendations.
• Review technical information, drawings and contractor submissions.
• Assist with project planning, programming and resource management.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior members of the team.
• Support the preparation of fee proposals and technical submissions.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation, British Standards, Building Regulations and industry guidance.
• Take responsibility for the quality and technical accuracy of project deliverables.
• Assist with resolving technical issues during construction and respond to site queries.

The successful candidate will ideally have experience working across a range of building types and sectors. In order to help find the best possible fit the Directors are open to Engineers at Intermediate or Senior Engineer level.

Desirable knowledge and experience

• 3 years+ experience in mechanical building services design.
• A relevant degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Strong practical knowledge of mechanical building services systems.
• Experience producing mechanical designs and calculations.
• Good knowledge of relevant Building Regulations, British Standards and industry guidance.
• Experience using relevant design and calculation software.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit/BIM and building services calculation software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• The confidence to communicate directly with clients and other project stakeholders.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a wider team.