Design Engineer - Smoke Ventilation Systems (CAD/BIM)

Nationwide Specialist Projects Limited; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary based on skills

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Training and progression

Job summary

Nationwide Specialist Projects Limited is seeking two skilled Design Engineers to design and develop innovative mechanical and natural smoke ventilation systems. You will play a key role in delivering compliant, high-quality solutions that meet technical, safety and client requirements, working with internal teams and external stakeholders.

You will develop detailed designs using CAD tools, ensure compliance with EN 12101 and BS 9999, and collaborate with architects and contractors to integrate

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in designing smoke ventilation or similar building services.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks).
• Strong understanding of ventilation principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed designs for mechanical and natural smoke ventilation systems using CAD and relevant software.
• Ensure designs meet functional, safety, regulatory standards including EN 12101 and client requirements.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and consultants to integrate ventilation systems into building designs.
• Review CFD analysis to optimise system performance in fire scenarios.
• Produce technical documentation, specifications, installation guidelines, and product details.
• Provide technical support during design conception and throughout Design Pack creation.
• Research and implement new technologies and materials to enhance system performance.

Skills

Proactive adaptability

Communication skills

Project management

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Detail-oriented

MS Office 365

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SolidWorks

Job description

Nationwide Specialist Projects Limited is seeking two skilled Design Engineers to design and develop innovative mechanical and natural smoke ventilation systems. You will play a key role in delivering compliant, high-quality solutions that meet technical, safety and client requirements, working with internal teams and external stakeholders.

You will develop detailed designs using CAD tools, ensure compliance with EN 12101 and BS 9999, and collaborate with architects and contractors to integrate