Mechanical Design Engineer

Blueprint Recruitment Solutions; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team on a hybrid basis in Leeds. The successful candidate will work on large-scale Public Health projects, creating mechanical system designs and collaborating with various professionals. A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field and extensive consultancy experience are essential. The role offers competitive hourly pay and flexibility in working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services.
• Extensive experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer, especially on Public Health projects.
• Strong understanding of design software like AutoCAD, BIM tools, Revit.

Responsibilities

• Create drawings, specifications, layouts for mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers for system implementation.
• Assist with documentation during the construction stage.

Skills

Mechanical Design

HVAC Systems

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM tools

Revit

Job description

Overview

Blueprint Recruitment have an exciting opportunity on offer for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy, on a contract basis. The successful candidate will work on a hybrid basis from our client's Leeds office, 3 days a week. Within this role, you will have the opportunity to work on an exciting large-scale Public Health project, becoming a valued member of a dynamic and skilled workforce.

Salary: £42-£46 per hour (depending on experience). Hybrid working arrangements (3 days on-site).

Responsibilities

• Create concise drawings, specifications, layouts, and calculations, for mechanical systems, with a focus on HVAC, heating and cooling, ventilation, and hydronic systems.
• Collaborate with other professionals (architects and engineers) to ensure the controlled implementation of mechanical systems.
• Assist with the implementation of drawings, as-built documentation, commissioning, and submittals, within the construction stage.
• Assess, and provide strategic solutions for, design risks to ensure compliance with current regulations, standards, and sustainability targets.
• Coordinate timelines and workload across a variety of projects, using client and stakeholder feedback to develop project designs and plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, in Mechanical Engineering and/or Building Services.
• Extensive experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer, or a similar position, ideally working on Public Health projects within a consultancy environment.
• Strong understanding of design software tools, such as AutoCAD, BIM tools, and Revit, and calculation methods.
• Solid grasp of current building regulations, standards, and principles.
• Proficient communicator with strong teamwork skills, with the willingness to work with numerous stakeholders, clients, and professionals.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to manage and effectively prioritise workload, whilst maintaining a proactive and problem-solving mindset.