Mechanical Building Services Engineer

Hays; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a Mechanical Building Services Engineer to enhance its engineering team. This role involves preparing designs, specifications, and supervising installations, ensuring that projects are delivered to high standards. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in engineering, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a prestigious university setting.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

44 days leave including bank holidays

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in engineering/construction.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver projects on time.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mechanical building service designs and engineering drawings.
• Supervise mechanical installations across the University estate.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Planning Skills

Communication Skills

Budget Management

Mechanical Installation Solutions

Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities

Education

HND in Mechanical Engineering

ILM Level 2 in Management

Accredited Qualification in Mechanical Discipline

NEBOSH General Certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your new company
Loughborough University is an outstanding institution, world renowned for its superb teaching and contributions to science, sport, and business. The University can be proud of a long rich history and today still plays a huge influential role benefiting the development of students, staff, and wider society at home and abroad.

In 2020 the University was named University of the Year at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2020. The Award was based on reviews and ratings made by current students across the UK. In April this year, the E&FM department won the Best Team voted for by the Association of University Directors of Estates.


Your new role
Your new role as Mechanical Building Services Engineer will involve the preparation of mechanical building service designs, engineering drawings, specifications and supervision of mechanical building service installations across the University estate.


What you'll need to succeed

• Significant post-qualification employment experience
• Experience of working within engineering/construction project teams.
• Skills and abilities
• Ability to project-manage clients and contractors, including the briefing process.
• Excellent planning skills and the ability to deliver to tight deadlines
• Practical, with the ability to develop an engineering solution to new mechanical installation requirements
• Ability to understand the requirements of non-construction professionals and anticipating their needs.
• Highly professional with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with project clients, customers and colleagues.
• Demonstrable ability to manage multiple priorities within conflicting timescales
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent service-oriented approach to the delivery of projects for customers/clients
• Proven ability to manage budgets effectively
• Competent in the use of AutoCAD; good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
• Training
• A willingness to undertake future training as required.
• A willingness to adopt new procedures as and when required.
• Evidence of continual development in line with industry developments
• Qualifications
• HND in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Building Services
• ILM level 2 in Management or equivalent, or willing to undertake this.
• Accredited qualification in a specialised mechanical discipline eg. Gas, LEV, Refrigeration etc.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or willingness to undertake this
• Flexible and willing to work out of hours if required
• Full Driving Licence required

What you'll get in return
Grade 6 / £34,866 - £45,163. 44 days inclusive of 8 Bank holidays and 6 University closure days. Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer's contribution of 21%


What you need to do now
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