Mechanical Design Engineer

1st Step Solutions Ltd; Braintree; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company in Essex is seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to join their in-house design team. The role involves developing cost-effective mechanical design solutions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with electrical and CAD teams. The ideal candidate will have a degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering and experience in various sectors including education and commercial projects. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Bonus scheme

Car allowances

Excellent career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing mechanical systems for various sectors.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical building services systems.
• Proficient in design software such as AutoCAD and Revit MEP.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs in line with project briefs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver coordinated designs.
• Support project delivery teams with technical guidance.

Skills

Mechanical systems design

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

Overview

1st Step Solutions are supporting one of the UK's leading Engineering Services companies who have an opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer in Essex. Our client specialises in providing integrated mechanical and electrical services across a wide range of sectors, including commercial, education, leisure.

Role Overview

Seeking a talented and motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients in–house design team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing cost–effective and technically robust mechanical design solutions based on Stage 3 design information. You will work closely with their internal electrical and CAD teams to produce fully co–ordinated designs ready for construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs in line with project briefs
• Ensure all designs comply with Employers' Requirements, statutory regulations, and industry standards.
• Collaborate closely with internal electrical and CAD teams to deliver integrated and co–ordinated design packages.
• Support project delivery teams by providing technical guidance and design solutions throughout the construction phase.
• Carry out design calculations, equipment selection, and preparation of specifications and schedules.
• Participate in design reviews, coordination meetings, and technical workshops.
• Liaise with external consultants, contractors, and suppliers as required.

Experience & Skills Required

• Proven experience in designing mechanical systems for a variety of sectors including Education (schools, colleges, universities); Commercial offices; Research facilities and laboratories; Leisure projects, including hotels
• Strong knowledge of mechanical building services systems (HVAC, plumbing, BMS, etc.).
• Proficient in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Hevacomp, or similar.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Bonus scheme
• Car allowances
• Excellent career progression