HVAC Design Engineer

VIQU Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction engineering company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer/HVAC Design Engineer for its Bury office. The role involves designing HVAC systems, performing calculations, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and proficiency in HVAC software. The position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, requiring 3 days office and 2 days home.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience with CIBSE and BS EN standards for HVAC and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in HVAC design software (e.g., Hevacomp).

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC and mechanical systems including ductwork and piping.
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations.
• Select HVAC equipment and produce technical specifications.

Skills

HVAC design software proficiency

AutoCAD knowledge

Understanding of thermodynamics

Fluid dynamics knowledge

Heat transfer understanding

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

BIM workflows

Job description

Job Title

Mechanical Design Engineer/HVAC Design Engineer

Location

Bury, UK (Hybrid: 3 days office, 2 days home; 36.5-hour week with 1:30pm finish on Fridays)

About the Role

VIQU have partnered with a leading UK construction engineering company specialising in HVAC and mechanical ventilation systems for safety-critical facilities. We're recruiting a Mechanical Design Engineer/HVAC Engineer to join their Bury office, delivering innovative, energy-efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions across Energy & Decommissioning, Defence, and Transport infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced building services engineers, HVAC design engineers, or mechanical engineers looking to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design HVAC and mechanical systems including ductwork, piping, and equipment layout.
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations using industry-standard software.
• Select HVAC equipment and produce technical specifications.
• Develop detailed design drawings and documentation using AutoCAD,vit MEP, or similar tools.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, CIBSE, BS EN standards, and energy regulations.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams throughout the project life cycle.
• Conduct site visits for inspections, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Prepare cost estimates and support procurement processes.
• Implement sustainable and energy-efficient HVAC design practices.
• Keep up-to-date with emerging HVAC and mechanical engineering technologies.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in HVAC design software (eg, Hevacomp).
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and BIM workflows.
• Understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer.
• Experience with CIBSE and BS EN standards for HVAC and mechanical systems.

Desirable

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it.
• CIBSE membership or equivalent professional affiliation.

Additional Information & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working in Bury: 3 days office, 2 days home.
• No sponsorship currently, but FTC options considered for eligible visa holders.
• HVAC experience, particularly NEP mechanical systems, is essential.

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