Associate Mechanical Engineer

Tetra Tech; Belfast; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering team in Belfast as a Mechanical Engineer, responsible for delivering innovative design solutions in mechanical building services. You will manage projects across various sectors, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with clients and contractors to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartered status.
• Experience in design and supervision of projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering design solutions for mechanical building services.
• Manage projects from concept design to site installation.
• Mentor junior staff including Graduates and Apprentices.

Skills

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Client Communication

Education

Building Services or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

REVIT

IES

Hevacomp

Job description

As we win new work, our workload increases, creating an exciting opportunity to join our established Belfast Engineering team. You will be responsible for the design and management of mechanical building services projects in complex buildings, including refurbishments. You may work as part of a larger team on major projects or manage your own projects independently.

The role:

1. Responsible for delivering engineering design solutions covering all aspects of mechanical building services engineering consultancy.
2. Manage the end-to-end process from concept design to site installation and commissioning.
3. Perform calculations and coordinate mechanical services with high accuracy.
4. Collaborate within a team to deliver complex and large-scale projects.
5. Work across sectors such as commercial, industrial, retail, healthcare, education, and leisure, in both public and private domains.
6. Mentor and support the development of junior staff, including Graduates and Apprentices.
7. Understand contractual matters, project management, team management, and change control.

About You:

You should have relevant education and experience in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, and be a member of CIBSE, IMechE, IET, or an equivalent professional body. Relevant design experience will also be considered.

• Ability to handle meetings with clients and contractors throughout all project stages.
• Experience in the design and supervision of projects.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartered status.
• Experience in the management of projects, preferably in health, education, or defense sectors.
• Valid driving license.
• Ability to work within a team on major complex projects across the UK.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and familiarity with REVIT is preferred.
• Experience with thermal modelling software like IES is desirable.
• Energy assessment capabilities are advantageous.
• Understanding of BREEAM for M&E services.
• Knowledge of Hevacomp or similar calculation software.
• Willingness to travel within the UK, Ireland, and internationally for short-term projects.
• Willingness to obtain necessary security clearances is beneficial.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services worldwide, operating in over 400 locations. We are committed to delivering sustainable, resilient solutions, combining global resources with local expertise.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or parental status, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Additional Information:

• Organization: 787 TTI