Mechanical Design Engineer

Whiteoak Associates; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment to training and support

Clear progression opportunities

Meaningful work on decarbonisation projects

Job summary

A growing green energy consultancy in London is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead projects that drive decarbonisation in the built environment. The successful candidate will carry out building surveys, develop MEP upgrade strategies, and utilize tools like IESVE and AutoCAD to design low-carbon systems. Offering a salary range of £50,000 – £75,000 and a hybrid work model. Join a collaborative team with a commitment to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Background in HVAC / mechanical building systems.
• Experience of undertaking MEP designs.
• Knowledge of decarbonisation and energy performance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out building surveys and energy audits.
• Develop mechanical-led MEP upgrade strategies.
• Use IESVE and AutoCAD to model low-carbon systems.
• Support delivery of EPCs and decarbonisation roadmaps.
• Collaborate with clients across full project lifecycle.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

HVAC / mechanical building systems

IESVE

AutoCAD

Data analysis and presentation

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or similar

Tools

IESVE

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Are you a mechanically minded engineer passionate about sustainability? Want to deliver real decarbonisation impact across the commercial built environment? We’re working with a growing green energy consultancy that helps major landlords and asset managers cut emissions and upgrade their buildings—from audits through to detailed design. They’re now looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services) to support projects at the intersection of building services and climate action.

Responsibilities

• Carry out building surveys, energy audits & HVAC assessments
• Develop mechanical-led MEP upgrade strategies
• Use IESVE and AutoCAD to model and design low-carbon systems
• Support delivery of EPCs, ESOS reports, and decarbonisation roadmaps
• Collaborate with clients, PMs & engineers across full project lifecycle

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or similar
• Background in HVAC / mechanical building systems
• Experience of undertaking MEP designs
• Knowledge of decarbonisation, retrofit strategies, and energy performance
• Proficient in IESVE and AutoCAD (or equivalent)
• Comfortable working onsite and liaising with clients
• Keen to grow in a mission-led, fast-paced environment
• Experienced at preparing and presenting data, analysis and recommendations
• £50,000 – £75,000 salary, based on experience
• Hybrid working (office near Euston, London)
• Commitment to training (EPC, ESOS, software & CPD support)
• Meaningful work on commercial decarbonisation projects
• Collaborative, growing team with clear progression opportunities

Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering, Project Management, and Design
• Industries: Engineering Services, Services for Renewable Energy, and Environmental Services

Location: London, England, United Kingdom. Hybrid working (office near Euston, London).

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