Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering consultancy in Cardiff is seeking a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer. The role involves creating mechanical designs for plant rooms and building services, assisting with site surveys, and working closely with senior engineers. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and some experience in mechanical design. This position offers competitive salary, progression opportunities, and a supportive environment for career development.

Benefits

Health insurance

Flexi hours

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or similar.
• Some experience or placement experience in mechanical design or building services.
• Ability to commute to Cardiff.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of mechanical designs for plant rooms and building services.
• Assist with site surveys, attend project meetings, and support installations.
• Learn to manage design deliverables and procurement packs.

Skills

Mechanical design

Building services

Site surveys

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or similar

Job description

Junior Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services) 30,000–35,000 + Progression + Flexi Hours + Health Insurance – Cardiff

Are you a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer with some experience in plant rooms and building services, looking to grow your skills and work on low–carbon and district–energy projects?

On offer is the chance to work on exciting low–carbon and district–energy projects, learning from experienced engineers and seeing your designs come to life on site. This is a supportive environment with clear opportunities for career progression, professional development, and chartership support. No two days are the same – you'll get hands–on experience across design, site surveys, and project coordination.

In this role, you'll join a specialist consultancy at the forefront of low–carbon heating and district–energy projects. You'll be part of high–profile projects, working closely with a friendly, experienced team, while gaining exposure to all stages of mechanical design and building–services engineering.

This role would suit a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer or graduate engineer who is eager to develop their skills in plant room design and building services, and gain practical, hands–on experience across a variety of projects.

The Role:

• Support the development of mechanical designs for plant rooms and building services, including schematics, GA drawings, and technical specifications
• Assist with site surveys, attend project meetings, and support installations and commissioning
• Learn to manage design deliverables, procurement packs, and support tendering processes
• Work alongside senior engineers, gaining mentorship and guidance to develop your skills
• 40–hour week – Flexi hours – 9am – 5pm.

The Person:

• Degree, HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or similar
• Some experience or placement experience in mechanical design or building services
• Commutable to Cardiff

Reference: BBBH22970 B

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.