Heat Pump Design Lead - Surveys, Sizing & Compliance

Installio; Exeter; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-wide installation company is seeking a Technical Survey and Design Lead. You will be responsible for leading technical site surveys, conducting heat loss calculations, and creating compliant designs for air-source heat pumps. The ideal candidate is an experienced heating engineer with knowledge of system design and a valid UK driving license. This role offers a competitive salary, bonus plan, and a modern work environment.

Benefits

£47K+ annual salary

Bonus plan

28 days of holidays

Company vehicle

Modern work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in heat pump system design and surveying.
• Strong understanding of building fabric, heat loss, and hydronic systems.
• Familiarity with MCS standards and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical site surveys to assess heat pump suitability.
• Conduct detailed heat loss calculations and system sizing.
• Create compliant designs for air-source heat pumps.
• Provide technical guidance to installation teams.
• Ensure designs meet MCS standards.

Skills

Heat pump system design

Heating system fault finding

Customer interaction

Attention to detail

Adaptability in startup environments

Education

NVQ 3 or above in plumbing or heating

BPEC or equivalent in heat pump design

Tools

Design software

Job description

A UK-wide installation company is seeking a Technical Survey and Design Lead. You will be responsible for leading technical site surveys, conducting heat loss calculations, and creating compliant designs for air-source heat pumps. The ideal candidate is an experienced heating engineer with knowledge of system design and a valid UK driving license. This role offers a competitive salary, bonus plan, and a modern work environment.