HVAC Design Engineer

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Bordon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Services Design Engineer to lead innovative projects focused on decarbonisation. In this role, you will design and optimize mechanical systems such as ventilation and air conditioning, ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will collaborate with healthcare and local government clients to deliver exceptional design solutions, utilizing your expertise in fluid designs and AutoCAD. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and collaborative environment, with numerous training and career development opportunities available. If you are passionate about sustainability and engineering, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid holidays and sick pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Training on company values

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical services design required.
• Strong expertise in fluid designs and decarbonisation projects.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems including ventilation, heating, and cooling.
• Collaborate with professionals to deliver design solutions.

Skills

Mechanical Services Design

Fluid Designs

Air Source Heat Pumps

Chillers

AutoCAD

Building Regulations Knowledge

Site Surveys

Technical Submissions

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AC Calc Software

AutoCAD

Job description

What you will do

As a Mechanical Services Design Engineer, you will design mechanical systems like ventilation, heating, air conditioning, chillers, and air source heat pumps, with a focus on fluid designs for decarbonisation projects. You will work with healthcare and local government clients, sizing ductwork, pipework, and selecting plant such as pumps and boilers. You will calculate building heat losses and gains using AC Calc software, produce technical submissions, and ensure all designs meet industry standards. Site visits for surveys and meetings will also be required.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid holidays and sick pay
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, life assurance, employee assistance program, employee referral scheme, employee discounts including high street brands, cycle 2 work scheme and discount on Johnson Controls security products
• Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding resources available
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Career development through various career ladders
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• Access to business resource groups
• Training on our company values

How you will do it

You will collaborate with a team of professionals, working together to deliver exceptional design solutions from project conception to completion. You will use your knowledge of building regulations and industry standards, such as CIBSE, BESA, and Water Regulations, to ensure compliance. Site surveys and addressing design-related issues throughout the project lifecycle will be part of your responsibilities. While you will use AutoCAD in your designs, the majority of the drawings will be completed by other team members, so you will focus on the technical and design aspects.

What we look for

Required

• At least 10 years of experience in mechanical services design.
• Strong expertise in fluid designs, particularly air source heat pumps, chillers, and decarbonisation projects.
• Competence in AutoCAD and technical submissions.
• Experience with site surveys and preparing reports.
• Understanding of building regulations and industry standards.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred

• Experience with NHS HTM specifications.
• Knowledge of healthcare and local government decarbonisation projects.
• Experience in a project-based environment where design work is handed over to project managers for implementation.