Lead Mechanical Engineer HVAC/Building Services (Hybrid)

-; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking Mechanical/HVAC engineers in England to support projects in the nuclear and defence sectors. This role involves design work and project delivery across various locations with a focus on collaboration and innovation. Candidates should have mechanical engineering qualifications, relevant experience, and be able to work in a dynamic environment. A competitive benefits package is offered, alongside a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Free medical cover

Family-friendly benefits

Professional development reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in the production of design deliverables for mechanical building systems.
• Ability to obtain SC level security clearance.
• Experience producing tender specifications.

Responsibilities

• Design solutions for the nuclear and defence industries.
• Collaborate with various engineering teams on projects.
• Support project delivery through all RIBA stages.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Design

Stakeholder Coordination

CIBSE Guides

Engineering Software

Education

Relevant Mechanical Engineering education

Tools

CAD

Hevacomp

BIM

Simulation Packages

Job description

Our Defence and Security teams provide design and engineering services for our nuclear and defence clients across the UK and abroad. Our team is experiencing exciting growth and long‑term prospects within our established practice, and we are looking for Mechanical/HVAC engineers with transferable skills who are passionate about developing themselves and in meeting new challenges. We offer hybrid working with 1‑2 days in the office. Occasional site visits may be necessary.

About the opportunity

We are looking to recruit and develop career‑minded people to bolster our well‑established and growing multi‑discipline engineering delivery capability to meet opportunities in the nuclear and defence industries. Our projects include developing solutions through all RIBA stages in highly regulated environments, in support of air, land and sea defence establishments, the UK nuclear submarine fleet, and both existing and new build nuclear power stations.

You will preferably have experience of working in the nuclear and/or defence industries, but also those with relevant industrial design experience looking to work in a technically challenging environment. In this role you will be part of a several hundred strong team across the UK, working within the Mechanical Engineering team based in Glasgow, Warrington, Bristol, or Reading.

• Occasional expensed business travel to client sites.
• Strong client base with a full stream of projects

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively programme which incorporates matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work‑life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part‑time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

Here’s What You’ll Need

• Relevant Mechanical Engineering education.
• Experience in the use of CIBSE guides.
• Experience in the production of design deliverables, e.g. plant sizing calculations (heating/cooling/fan sizing) and commissioning of a diverse range of mechanical building systems.
• Familiarity with engineering software packages such as CAD, Hevacomp, BIM and simulation packages.
• Can liaise with multiple stakeholders and coordinate with other design disciplines.
• Experience in producing tender specifications for mechanical building services.
• UK Nationality: Applicants must be sole UK Nationals, willing to obtain SC level security clearance, and have resided in the UK for the preceding 5 years.

Our Culture

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration.

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work.

When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

We partner with VERCIDA, for greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.