Mechanical Building Services Engineer

Pertemps Tm; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave plus bank hols

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Income protection

Private medical insurance

Private GP access

Job summary

RGB Recruitment represents a well-established consultancy recruiting a Mechanical Building Services Engineer for projects in Plymouth. You will contribute to mechanical design across a diverse portfolio, supporting both concept and delivery, with mentoring and professional registration paths available.

You will join a supportive team emphasising training, collaboration and career progression, with hybrid working and a structured development plan toward EngTech, IEng or CEng statuses.

Qualifications

• Experience within Mechanical Building Services Design.
• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Building Services Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Good understanding of HVAC and mechanical building services systems.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience producing mechanical calculations, reports and specifications.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available).

Responsibilities

• Producing mechanical building services designs including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, domestic water and public health systems.
• Preparing design calculations, technical reports and specifications.
• Developing coordinated designs using Revit, CAD and mechanical design software.
• Assisting with compliance against current Building Regulations and relevant industry standards.
• Carrying out site surveys, inspections, condition reports and witnessing activities.
• Attending design meetings and providing technical input throughout project delivery.
• Coordinating designs with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers and external consultants.
• Supporting multidisciplinary project delivery from feasibility through to construction.
• Working closely with senior engineers to develop technical knowledge and professional competence.
• Contributing to the successful delivery of projects on time and within budget.

Skills

Mechanical Building Services Design

HVAC knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Mechanical calculations

Education

Degree in Building Services Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

Hevacomp

IES

CyMap

Job description

Mechanical Building Services Engineer

Location: Plymouth

Mechanical Building Services Engineer

Are you a Mechanical Building Services Engineer looking to join a nationally recognised consultancy with an outstanding reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions? This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing Building Services team in Plymouth, working on a diverse portfolio of projects while developing your technical expertise and progressing your career.

The consultancy delivers mechanical, electrical, sustainability and multidisciplinary engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, residential, industrial, defence and public sector developments. Their projects range from smaller refurbishment schemes through to large, technically challenging developments where collaboration and innovation are at the heart of every design.

You’ll join a supportive team that places a strong emphasis on mentoring, professional development and career progression. Whether you’re an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer or an Intermediate Engineer looking to take the next step, you’ll have access to structured training, experienced mentors and clear routes towards professional registration including EngTech, IEng or CEng.

The Role

Working as part of the Building Services team, you will contribute to the design and delivery of mechanical systems across a variety of projects from concept through to completion.

Responsibilities include:

• Producing mechanical building services designs including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, domestic water and public health systems
• Preparing design calculations, technical reports and specifications
• Developing coordinated designs using Revit, CAD and mechanical design software
• Assisting with compliance against current Building Regulations and relevant industry standards
• Carrying out site surveys, inspections, condition reports and witnessing activities
• Attending design meetings and providing technical input throughout project delivery
• Coordinating designs with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers and external consultants
• Supporting multidisciplinary project delivery from feasibility through to construction
• Working closely with senior engineers to develop technical knowledge and professional competence
• Contributing to the successful delivery of projects on time and within budget

Requirements

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Experience within Mechanical Building Services Design
• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Building Services Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Good understanding of HVAC and mechanical building services systems
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Experience producing mechanical calculations, reports and specifications
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary design team
• Eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available)

Desirable experience includes:

• Revit MEP experience
• Experience using mechanical design and calculation software such as Hevacomp, IES, CyMap or similar
• Knowledge of UK Building Regulations, CIBSE guidance and British Standards
• Experience carrying out site surveys and inspections
• Working towards or already holding EngTech, IEng or CEng status

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy, sell or carry over annual leave
• Performance-related bonus (role dependent)
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Private medical insurance
• Private GP access
• Discounted gym membership
• Three paid volunteering days each year
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Structured mentoring and accredited professional development
• Support towards EngTech, IEng and CEng accreditation
• Long-term career progression within a nationally recognised consultancy

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established consultancy that continues to invest in its people, technology and project portfolio. You'll work on technically challenging projects, receive ongoing support from experienced engineers and have genuine opportunities to progress your career within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

If you’re interested, please contact Conner Richards at RGB Recruitment - [e-mail]