Building Services Engineer

Bowdon Associates Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowdon Associates Limited in Manchester is seeking a Building Services Engineer to join a hybrid team. You will work on electrical or mechanical building services, including HVAC and plumbing, and deliver detailed designs for design and build projects.

The role requires an HNC or degree in Mechanical or Electrical Building Services Engineering, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and proficiency in AutoCad.

Qualifications

• HNC or degree in Mechanical or Electrical Building Services Engineering or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Good knowledge of Office and ability to learn 3D design software.
• Interest in building design with electrical engineering understanding.
• Organised approach to planning work and meeting deadlines.
• Creative, inquisitive problem solving and independent initiative.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical or mechanical building services systems for design and build projects.
• Create detailed designs, calculations and specifications using AutoCad.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies, technical assessments and value engineering.
• Ensure designs comply with regulations, standards and client requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Office proficiency

3D design software

Electrical engineering knowledge

Organised planning

Independent work

Education

HNC or degree in Mechanical or Electrical Building Services Engineering

Tools

AutoCad

Job description

Job Title

Building Services Engineer

Location

Manchester – Hybrid Working

Salary

GBP35,000 – GBP45,000

The Client

Our client is a Mechanical and Electrical (MEP) Technical Services specialist with over 19 years of industry experience, managing high-value complex projects for clients such as the BBC, WeWork, The Hut Group, Kelloggs and many more throughout the UK. They provide technical consultancy support and advisory services across every aspect of the Design and Build sector, including healthcare, commercial, educational, industrial, retail and leisure. They are looking to add a Building Services Engineer to their team, who can be either electrically or mechanically biased.

The Role

We are currently seeking a Building Services Engineer to join our client's team. As a Building Services Engineer you will work alongside the project team ensuring that all matters pertaining to MEP technical services are considered. They ensure the business presents and delivers appropriate MEP technical services solutions to their clients and then delivers them.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical or mechanical building services systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and other associated systems, for design and build projects
• Create detailed designs, calculations, and specifications using AutoCad
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical engineers and project managers, to deliver fully integrated solutions
• Conduct feasibility studies, technical assessments, and value engineering exercises
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant regulations, standards, and client requirements

Qualifications and Skills

• An HNC or degree in Mechanical or Electrical Building Services Engineering or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability
• Strong working knowledge of Office and the ability to learn new software within a 3D design and digital automation environment
• Enthusiasm for a career in building design, backed by knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering
• Organised approach to planning work and meeting deadlines
• Creative and inquisitive approach to problem solving, looking for efficiencies in processes
• Proactive and able to work independently on own initiative