Mechanical Design Engineer

ibse; Epsom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

IBSE is seeking a talented Mechanical/Electrical Design Engineer to join our client's team on a range of small-to-medium projects in the built environment. You will lead design work, prepare specifications and drawings, and ensure deliverables meet client and internal quality standards.

Working towards Chartered Status, you will collaborate in a supportive, owner-managed culture, mentoring junior staff and contributing to low-carbon, energy-efficient building design across various sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical design for building services.
• Ability to prepare design drawings and calculations.
• Active progression toward Chartered Engineer status.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical / electrical design on several small projects (up to £5M) or one medium sized project (up to £20M).
• Prepare mechanical/electrical design to our client’s specification.
• Contribute to overall project implementation.
• Attend internal and external meetings.
• Prepare design drawings in AutoCAD format as required.
• Formulate calculations as required (this includes any modelling as necessary).
• Be responsible for managing your deliverables within the agreed internal project costs.
• Write internal and external reports.
• Participate in quality control and document management in line with internal systems.
• Undertake design audits.
• Assist in building surveys as appropriate.
• Support the mentoring of junior staff.
• Working towards Chartered Status with a relevant body.

Skills

Mechanical design

Electrical design

AutoCAD

BIM

Project coordination

Job description

Our client is a multi-award-winning, UK-based building services consultancy specialising in mechanical, electrical, public health, and sustainable design. With over 70 years of experience, the company delivers innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors, helping clients create efficient, high-performing, and sustainable buildings.

The business offers a comprehensive suite of services, including MEP design, sustainability consultancy, facilities management advisory, BIM, and specialist technical services, all underpinned by a strong focus on low-carbon and energy-efficient solutions.

With a people-focused culture and a collaborative, owner-managed structure, the firm are committed to professional development, innovation, and delivering high-quality outcomes for clients nationwide.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the mechanical / electrical design on several small projects (up to £5M) or one medium sized project (up to £20M).

• Prepare mechanical/electrical design to our client’s specification.

• Contribute to overall project implementation.

• Attend internal and external meetings.

• Prepare design drawings in AutoCAD format as required.

• Formulate calculations as required (this includes any modelling as necessary).

• Be responsible for managing your deliverables within the agreed internal project costs.

• Write internal and external reports.

• Participate in quality control and document management in line with internal systems.

• Undertake design audits.

• Assist in building surveys as appropriate.

• Support the mentoring of junior staff.

• Working towards Chartered Status with a relevant body.