Assistant Mechanical Engineer

ameygroupi; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave

Generous pension

Flexible benefits

Professional development

Save with Amey discounts

Job summary

Amey is seeking an Assistant Mechanical Engineer to support delivery of mechanical building services across diverse projects in the UK. You will assist in designs, calculations, drawings and technical documentation under experienced engineers, ensuring quality, cost and programme targets.

You will contribute to scheme deliverables, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and develop practical solutions while progressing towards incorporated or chartered status with a professional institution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Understanding of mechanical building services design principles and standards.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit or similar software.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and risk assessment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in building services consultancy environment.
• Awareness of commercial considerations in project delivery.
• Experience undertaking site surveys and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Assist in producing technically sound mechanical building services solutions.
• Support design calculations, specifications, drawings and project documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver project outcomes.
• Assist with design and coordination of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and public health services.
• Support engineers in developing practical technical solutions.
• Contribute to scheme deliverables while meeting quality, programme and budget targets.
• Identify and communicate project hazards and risks.
• Assist with health, safety and welfare compliance including CDM.

Skills

Mechanical design

Building services

AutoCAD

Revit

CDM Regulations

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical tools

Education

BEng Mechanical Engineering

MEng Building Services

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Hevacomp

IES

TAS

Job description

The Role

As an Assistant Mechanical Engineer, you will work under the guidance of experienced engineers, supporting the delivery of technically sound mechanical building services solutions across a diverse range of projects. You will assist in the preparation of designs, calculations, drawings and technical documentation while contributing to projects that meet quality, cost and programme requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in the production of technically sound mechanical engineering and building services solutions in line with relevant technical standards and client requirements.
• Support the preparation of designs, calculations, specifications, drawings and project documentation.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Assist with the design and coordination of mechanical building services systems, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning and public health services.
• Support engineers in developing practical and compliant technical solutions.
• Contribute to the production of scheme deliverables while ensuring quality, programme and budget objectives are achieved.
• Assist in identifying, assessing and communicating project hazards and risks.
• Support compliance with health, safety and welfare requirements, including CDM Regulations.
• Build strong working relationships with colleagues, clients, contractors and suppliers.
• Undertake site visits, inspections and surveys where required.
• Support project delivery across a variety of sectors and disciplines.
• Carry out general office duties associated with the successful operation of a consulting engineering business.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by following established procedures and best practices.

What you will bring to us

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Understanding of engineering theory and principles, with the ability to apply these in practice.
• Knowledge of mechanical building services design principles and technical standards.
• Understanding of technical and specification processes within an engineering environment.
• Good competence with engineering software packages and analytical tools.
• Awareness of commercial considerations associated with project delivery.
• Understanding of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations and risk assessment principles.
• Good communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Understanding of the interfaces between engineering disciplines.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities effectively.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and progression towards professional registration.
• Experience gained within a Graduate Mechanical Engineer, Assistant Engineer or similar role.
• Experience within a building services consultancy environment.
• Knowledge of industry-standard design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Hevacomp, IES or TAS.
• Experience working on projects within sectors such as Defence, Education, Justice, Transport or Rail.
• Membership of, or progression towards membership of, a relevant professional institution such as CIBSE or IMechE.
• Experience undertaking site surveys and inspections.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your technical, professional and commercial engineering skills. You will gain experience across a variety of projects and sectors while receiving support to progress towards Incorporated or Chartered status with a relevant professional institution.

What we can offer you

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That's why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

Some of our benefits include:

• Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition.
• Competitive salary and compensation.
• Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
• 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out or nights in.
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.
• Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.

Who we are

Amey is a leading infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect and maintain critical assets and systems across the UK and beyond.

What we do

We advise, design, finance, deliver and enhance infrastructure across transport, defence and civic sectors. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering expertise, infrastructure finance and operational excellence, we create secure, resilient and sustainable outcomes for our clients and communities.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.