Mechanical Design Engineer

Tech-People; Shepperton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established building services contractor in Shepperton is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer. The role involves producing mechanical layout drawings and technical documentation. Candidates should have experience with AutoCAD and Hevacomp, as well as knowledge of mechanical building services design principles. This contract offers £32.50-£37.50 per hour based on experience, with the potential for permanent employment after 3 months.

Qualifications

• Experience using AutoCAD (2D) and Hevacomp is essential.
• Ability to prepare well-presented technical documentation.
• Experience with UK commercial sector fit-outs is required.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 2D mechanical layout drawings.
• Perform heating and cooling gains and losses calculations.
• Prepare and review technical submittals and design documentation.
• Complete ductwork and pipework loss calculations.
• Support project delivery from concept through to completion.

Skills

AutoCAD

Hevacomp

Mechanical building services design principles

CIBSE standards

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

£32.50-£37.50 per hour DOE. Contract: Temp-Perm (initial 3‑month temporary period).

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a well‑established building services contractor based in Shepperton. You’ll be joining a supportive design team, working closely with them to produce drawings, calculations, and technical documentation for live projects.

Responsibilities

• Producing detailed 2D mechanical layout drawings using AutoCAD.
• Using Hevacomp software to carry out heating and cooling gains and losses calculations.
• Preparing and reviewing technical submittals and design documentation.
• Completing ductwork and pipework loss calculations.
• Supporting project delivery from concept through to completion.

Qualifications

• Experience using AutoCAD (2D) and Hevacomp. You will be expected to hit the ground running.
• Knowledge of mechanical building services design principles.
• The ability to prepare accurate and well‑presented technical documentation.
• Experience within the UK commercial sector, particularly with CAT‑A and CAT‑B fit‑outs.
• Strong knowledge of CIBSE standards and UK building regulations.

Mechanical Design Engineer will be on £32.50-£37.50 per hour DOE, depending on experience, with the opportunity for permanent employment after 3 months + progression.

If you’re a Mechanical Design Engineer or CAD/Hevacomp Technician looking to progress your career within a respected mechanical building services company, we’d love to hear from you!

📞 Contact Lily at Tech-People on (phone number removed)

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