Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services

📍 Location: South Manchester (Hybrid Working Available)
💰 Salary: £35,000 - £55,000 + Benefits

The Opportunity

Our client, a well-established and forward-thinking building services consultancy, is looking to appoint a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across sectors including commercial, high-rise residential, new build schools with the DfE framework, and high profile mixed-use developments.

You will be involved in the full project lifecycle, contributing to the delivery of high-quality, sustainable mechanical design solutions within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Design and develop mechanical building services systems, including HVAC, public health, and domestic water services

* Produce detailed calculations, specifications, and technical drawings

* Undertake heat loss/gain calculations, ventilation design, and plant sizing

* Ensure designs comply with UK standards and regulations (e.g., CIBSE, Building Regulations)

* Work closely with electrical engineers, architects, and project teams

* Attend client and design team meetings

* Carry out site surveys and inspections

* Support project delivery to agreed timelines and budgets

About You

* Degree qualified in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering

* Proven experience in mechanical design within building services

* Strong knowledge of HVAC and associated systems

* Familiar with UK regulations and industry standards (CIBSE, Part L, etc.)

* Proficient in software such as AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and design tools (e.g., IES VE, Hevacomp)

* Strong communication and organisational skills

* Ability to manage workload across multiple projects

Desirable

* Working towards or holding professional accreditation (IEng/CEng)

* Experience within a consultancy environment

* Knowledge of low-carbon and sustainable design (e.g., heat pumps, net zero strategies)

* Experience with BIM processes

What's on Offer

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

* Clear career progression and development opportunities

* Exposure to high-profile and technically challenging projects

* Support towards further education and professional accreditation