HVAC Design Engineer in Bury

Energy Jobline ZR; Bury; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Bury seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer/HVAC Design Engineer to design HVAC systems for critical facilities. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and proficiency in HVAC design software. This hybrid role offers competitive salary and the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects with a focus on energy efficiency.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Hybrid working arrangement

Referral bonus up to £1,000

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in HVAC design software essential.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and BIM workflows necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC and mechanical systems including ductwork.
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations.
• Develop detailed design drawings using AutoCAD and Revit.

Skills

Proficiency in HVAC design software

Strong knowledge of AutoCAD

Understanding of thermodynamics

Experience with CIBSE standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Hevacomp

Revit MEP

Job description

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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, Revit 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 (e.g., 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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