Mechanical Design Engineer

Jrl-Group; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Dedicated training and development

Gym & multi-purpose studio at head off

In-house barista

Subsidised cafeteria

Team bonding events

Sporting events for cyclists/runners

Job summary

JRL Group is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Technical team at the Borehamwood head office. You will design and detail mechanical building services components for major residential projects, ensuring cost and weight targets are met.

The role emphasizes collaboration with customers and suppliers, design reviews, and integration of design elements within the overall product, with a focus on sustainable and compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience and knowledge/qualifications in Mechanical Building Services Engineering design.
• Proficient in Autodesk CAD and Microsoft Office packages.
• Experience with site works, surveys, snagging and commissioning witnessing would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design and detail modelling of suite components to meet programme requirements.
• Manage cost and weight targets for designs.
• Communicate effectively with customers and suppliers, translating technical information.
• Participate in Design Reviews across each phase of NPI process.
• Select and apply materials and processes appropriate to each design element.
• Ensure integration of design elements with the product as a whole.
• Generate and/or revise specifications.

Skills

Autodesk CAD

Microsoft Office

Mechanical design

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Building Services Engineering

Tools

NBS/NES specification writing

Job description

• Competitive salary, with confidence of working for an established and growing company.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Opportunity for progression within the business.
• An opportunity to work on some of the nation's most exciting Construction projects.
• Dedicated Training & Development Department.
• A stimulating & dynamic environment.
• Newly refurbished Gym & Multi-purpose Studio in Head Office.
• In-house barista.
• Subsidised Cafeteria.
• Team bonding events.
• Sporting Events - perfect for the keen cyclist/runner.

With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, the JRL Group is the right place for you.

Ark Mechanical & Electrical Services was created in line with the JRL Group's philosophy of 'owning the solution'. With MEP vital to the success of every project, the Group identified that dividing the package had the potential to adversely affect the critical path. Taking control of this, Ark M&E provides a complete mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) solution for large complex residential projects.

We require a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Technical team at our head office in Borehamwood.

Role & Responsibilities:

• The design and detail modelling of a variety of suite components in order to meet the programme requirements
• Managing and meeting cost and weight targets
• Communicating effectively and professionally with customers and suppliers, translating technical information
• Participating in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process
• The selection and application of materials and processes appropriate to each design element
• Ensuring the successful integration of each design element with the product as a whole
• Generating and/or revising specification

Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience and knowledge/qualifications in Mechanical Building Services Engineering design
• Autodesk CAD and Microsoft Office packages
• Experience of site works including mechanical condition surveys and snagging/inspection during construction works, experience of commissioning witnessing
• Experience in specification writing (NBS or NES type) would be beneficial
• Experience in thermal modelling/EPC assessment would be beneficial
• Experience of sustainable design solutions
• Knowledge and application of Building Regulations (Part L, Part F etc.) and appropriate British Standards (heating, natural gas, pipework systems etc.)
• Knowledge of RIBA Plan of Work/BSRIA Building Services Design Framework process
• Ability to manage workload of multiple projects and prioritise workload
• Working as part of a team or autonomously
• Writing and verbal communications
• Analysing and problem solving
• Membership of professional engineering institution (CIBSE/IMechE/IET) - preferred but not essential. We will support candidates looking to progress to CEng/IEng or EngTech level