Design Engineer - MOBs

SGN; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gas and energy company in the UK is seeking a Design Engineer for its Network Management Distribution team. This role involves producing designs for MOBs, ensuring compliance with legislation, and requires travel across SGN’s Southern and Scotland Networks. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the gas industry, HNC Mechanical/Engineering or higher, and proficiency in CAD/Revit software. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life assurance

HolidayPlus

Cycle2work Scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold understanding of the gas industry.
• Highly competent in CAD/Revit required.
• Ability to work in a team or autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Produce standard and complex designs for MOBs.
• Prepare scaled drawings including 3D BIM Level 2.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation.

Skills

Understanding of the gas industry

Competent in CAD/Revit (2D essential, 3D preferable)

Good communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

HNC Mechanical/Engineering or higher

Job description

Design Engineer – MOBs

Edinburgh | £44.4k - £55.5k per annum (dependent on skills and qualifications)

Full-time

Competitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & more

An opportunity has arisen for the position of Design Engineer (MOBs) in the Network Management Distribution team (Risk Management), reporting to the Design Manager. The base location is Edinburgh but the successful candidate must be willing to travel throughout SGN’s Southern and Scotland Networks to carry out site inspections and attend meetings with other business areas or external parties including building owners.

Here’s how you will contribute…

• Producing standard designs for MOBs
• Producing complex designs for MOBs installations
• Preparation of scaled drawings including 3D BIM Level 2 and creating a library of designs
• Requirement to travel to sites
• Ensure designs are compliant with the relevant Legislation and technical standards
• Produce any design variations on projects
• Work with operational teams on application of designs
• Work with Local Authorities and other 3rd parties on planning and approval of designs
• Produce installation completion packs
• Supporting the wider Network Management team with other tasks when required

What you will need

• Understanding of the gas industry
• Ideally hold a HNC Mechanical/Engineering or higher
• Must be highly competent and experienced in the use of CAD/ Revit, with a good knowledge of software (2D essential, 3D preferable)
• Ability to work in a team or autonomously when required
• Good communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Highly motivated with a flexible approach
• Ability to respond and adapt quickly to change; and meet tight deadlines
• The role will require some travel around the UK, therefore you must have a valid driving licence

Not sure you meet every requirement?

Research shows some people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.

Why SGN?

SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm.

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