Intermediate/Senior Mechanical Engineer

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting, an independent Building Services and MEP design consultancy, is looking to expand its mechanical engineering team in Leicester. They seek Intermediate or Senior Mechanical Engineers to design and deliver mechanical building-services projects across a varied portfolio in the UK.

You will work with an experienced team of engineers and directors, delivering designs through RIBA stages and coordinating with electrical, architectural and structural colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering mechanical building-services design across varied projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical building-services design principles.
• Experience with HVAC, heating, ventilation and cooling systems.
• Good communication and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Delivering mechanical building-services design across a variety of projects.
• Producing mechanical designs, calculations, specifications, reports and technical drawings.
• Working across HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling and public health systems.
• Taking projects through RIBA stages from concept to construction.
• Collaborating with electrical engineers, architects, structural engineers and other design consultants.
• Attending design meetings and liaising with clients, contractors and project teams.
• Supporting project delivery to ensure designs are technically robust and commercially viable.
• Using Revit and other design software to coordinate engineering information.
• Depending on experience, taking responsibility for projects and mentoring junior staff.

Skills

Mechanical design

HVAC design

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Tools

Revit

Job description

Location: Leicester Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Opportunity

I'm currently working with an independently owned, established Building Services and MEP Design Consultancy based in Leicester, who are looking to expand their mechanical engineering team following a significant amount of new project work coming into the business. This is an excellent time to join, with a growing pipeline of projects and the opportunity to become part of a friendly, collaborative team delivering technically interesting developments across the UK. The consultancy provides mechanical, electrical and public health engineering design, alongside energy, sustainability and BIM services. They work across a diverse range of sectors, including commercial, residential, education, healthcare, retail, hospitality and heritage. With an established reputation for delivering innovative, commercially aware and environmentally sustainable engineering solutions, they offer an environment where engineers are encouraged to develop, take ownership and progress their careers.

The Role

Due to continued growth and an influx of new work, they are looking to recruit an Intermediate or Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Leicester office.

Depending on your experience, you will be involved in the design and delivery of mechanical building-services projects, working alongside an experienced team of engineers and directors.

Responsibilities will include:

• Delivering mechanical building-services design across a variety of projects.
• Producing mechanical designs, calculations, specifications, reports and technical drawings.
• Working across HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling and public health systems.
• Taking projects through the various RIBA stages, from concept and detailed design through to construction.
• Working collaboratively with electrical engineers, architects, structural engineers and other design consultants.
• Attending design meetings and liaising with clients, contractors and wider project teams.
• Supporting project delivery, ensuring designs are technically robust, commercially viable and delivered to programme.
• Using Revit and other relevant design software to produce and coordinate engineering information.
• Depending on experience, taking responsibility for projects, managing workloads and supporting more junior members of the team.

About You

They are open to speaking with both Intermediate and Senior Mechanical Engineers, with the level of responsibility and salary reflecting your experience. Ideally, you will have:

• Experience working within a Building Services or MEP Design Consultancy.
• A strong understanding of mechanical building-services design.
• Experience with HVAC, heating, ventilation and cooling systems.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and Building Regulations.
• Experience working across different stages of the design process.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience using Revit would be advantageous.
• A proactive approach with the ambition to develop your technical and project management capabilities.

Why Join?

• Join an independently owned and established MEP consultancy.
• Be part of a growing business with a significant amount of new project work coming in.
• Work across a varied portfolio of projects rather than being restricted to one sector.
• Opportunity to develop your technical skills and take on greater project responsibility.
• Work alongside an experienced director-level team with a hands-on approach.
• Join a friendly, collaborative working environment where engineers are encouraged to develop.
• Opportunities for professional development and progression, including support towards professional registration.
• Work on projects with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability and energy-efficient design.

Interested?

If you're an Intermediate or Senior Mechanical Engineer looking for a new opportunity in Leicester, this is a great chance to join a growing consultancy at an exciting stage of its development.

I'm keen to speak with engineers who are looking for their next step, whether that's developing your technical experience or taking on greater responsibility and progressing towards a senior position.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.