Mechanical Design Engineer

CDM Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate or salary

Supportive working environment

Immediate start available

Job summary

CDM Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its Building Services team in Newcastle upon Tyne on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role is ideal for experienced engineers to contribute to high-profile projects across various sectors, including commercial and pharmaceutical.

The successful applicant will design mechanical systems, produce specifications, and ensure compliance with UK regulations. A strong background in HVAC, as well as experience with AutoCAD and Revit, is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical building services design within a consultancy or contractor environment.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC and building services design principles.
• Understanding of UK Building Regulations and CIBSE guidance.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical building services systems, including HVAC and ventilation.
• Produce technical calculations, specifications, and design documentation.
• Coordinate designs with electrical and structural teams.

Skills

Mechanical building services design

HVAC design

AutoCAD

Revit

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

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

Tools

IES

Hevacomp

Job description

A well–established multi–disciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its Building Services team on a 6–month fixed–term contract. With a strong reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable engineering solutions, this is an excellent opportunity to work on high–profile projects across the commercial, pharmaceutical and industrial sectors.

This role is ideal for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer who can quickly integrate into an established team and contribute to the successful delivery of projects from concept through to completion.

The Role

Working alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you will be responsible for producing high–quality mechanical building services designs while supporting projects through all stages of delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical building services systems, including HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling and domestic water services.
• Produce technical calculations, specifications, reports and design documentation.
• Create and review detailed drawings using industry–standard software.
• Coordinate designs with electrical, architectural and structural teams.
• Attend design meetings and liaise with clients, contractors and project stakeholders.
• Ensure designs comply with current UK regulations, CIBSE guidance and sustainability standards.
• Support project delivery from concept through to handover.

About You

You will have:

• A Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Previous experience in mechanical building services design within a consultancy or contractor environment.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC and building services design principles.
• Experience using AutoCAD, Revit, IES, Hevacomp or similar software.
• A solid understanding of UK Building Regulations and CIBSE guidance.
• Excellent communication and problem–solving skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.

Desirable

• Experience in sustainable or low–carbon building design.
• BIM/Revit coordination experience.
• Previous project management or client–facing experience.

What’s on Offer?

• A 6–month contract with an established and respected engineering consultancy.
• The opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging projects.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Competitive rate or salary, depending on experience.
• Immediate start available.

If you’re an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer available for your next contract opportunity and looking to make an immediate impact, we’d love to hear from you.