Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer

Carrington West; Lenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer to join its Kent-based building services team. You will work on a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors, delivering mechanical design from concept through to detailed design while coordinating with electrical and other disciplines.

The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in mechanical building services, experience designing HVAC systems, and proficiency with AutoCAD or Revit, plus knowledge of Building

Qualifications

• You will have a solid foundation in mechanical building services design and contribute to project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking mechanical building services design across a variety of construction projects.
• Producing mechanical design calculations, specifications, drawings and technical documentation.
• Designing HVAC systems, including heating, cooling and ventilation.
• Developing mechanical services solutions from concept and feasibility through to detailed design.
• Working closely with electrical, public health and other design disciplines to ensure coordinated project delivery.
• Liaising with clients, architects, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Supporting the preparation of technical reports, design specifications and project documentation.
• Ensuring designs comply with relevant British Standards, Building Regulations and industry guidance.
• Attending design team meetings and contributing to project discussions.
• Assisting with the coordination and review of drawings and designs produced by the wider team.

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer to join an established and growing building services consultancy based in Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to further develop their technical expertise within a collaborative consultancy environment, working on a diverse portfolio of building services projects across multiple sectors.

This role would suit someone with a solid foundation in mechanical building services design who is confident working independently on aspects of projects, but who is also keen to continue developing their skills and progressing their career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertaking mechanical building services design across a variety of construction projects.
• Producing mechanical design calculations, specifications, drawings and technical documentation.
• Designing HVAC systems, including heating, cooling and ventilation.
• Developing mechanical services solutions from concept and feasibility through to detailed design.
• Working closely with electrical, public health and other design disciplines to ensure coordinated project delivery.
• Liaising with clients, architects, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Supporting the preparation of technical reports, design specifications and project documentation.
• Ensuring designs comply with relevant British Standards, Building Regulations and industry guidance.
• Attending design team meetings and contributing to project discussions.
• Assisting with the coordination and review of drawings and designs produced by the wider team.

About You:

You will have a good understanding of mechanical building services design principles, alongside the ability to contribute to the successful delivery of projects.

• Previous experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer position within the building services sector.
• A good understanding of HVAC and mechanical building services systems.
• Experience producing mechanical design calculations and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of relevant Building Regulations, CIBSE guidance and British Standards.
• Experience using AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• A proactive approach with a genuine interest in developing your technical capabilities.

A relevant engineering qualification (HNC, HND or degree) in Building Services, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline would be advantageous.