Junior Mechanical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Building Services Consultancy based in Manchester is looking for a Junior Mechanical Engineer. The role offers hands-on project experience and professional development in a supportive environment. You will assist with mechanical services projects and work with a diverse team. This position is ideal for individuals with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a passion for sustainable design.

Benefits

Competitive graduate salary

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Excellent training and mentorship

Qualifications

• A degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Minimum 1 year experience.
• A genuine interest in building services design and sustainable engineering solutions.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the design team in delivering mechanical building services projects.
• Learning and developing skills using software packages such as AutoCAD, Revit, and IES/Hevacomp.
• Working alongside architects, surveyors, and contractors.
• Supporting the preparation of drawings, specifications, and calculations.
• Attending site visits and team meetings.
• Gaining knowledge of sustainable design practices.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Building Services Design

AutoCAD

Revit

IES/Hevacomp

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Job description

Junior Mechanical Engineer – Building Services

Vertical Recruitment is working with a leading Building Services Consultancy based in Manchester. Established for over 25 years, they have built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative design solutions across multiple sectors.

The Manchester office has grown steadily and has considerable experience working on city centre and out-of-town multi-storey commercial offices, new builds, and refurbishments across a variety of sectors.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Junior Mechanical Engineer to join a collaborative and supportive consultancy where you’ll gain hands-on project experience, professional development, and clear progression opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the design team in delivering mechanical building services projects from concept through to detailed design
• Learning and developing skills using software packages such as AutoCAD, Revit, and IES/Hevacomp
• Working alongside architects, surveyors, and contractors to gain an understanding of how projects are delivered
• Supporting the preparation of drawings, specifications, and calculations
• Attending site visits and team meetings to see designs come to life
• Gaining knowledge of sustainable design practices, including low-carbon and energy-efficient systems

Qualifications

• A degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
• Minimum 1 years experience
• A genuine interest in building services design and sustainable engineering solutions
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team

Benefits

• A competitive graduate salary with a benefits package designed to reward and support your career
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service)
• Company pension scheme
• Excellent training, mentorship, and career development opportunities, including support towards Chartership