Mechanical Design Engineer - Decarbonisation & Energy Infra

Dalkia Energy Services Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dalkia UK is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design across decarbonisation and energy infrastructure projects. You will manage external consultants through the RIBA design stages and deliver robust, buildable solutions for live operational environments.

The role is hybrid and supports hospitals, universities and commercial sites, with a focus on energy performance, resilience and sustainability while minimising disruption on site.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5+ years in mechanical building services or energy infrastructure design.
• Experience designing major plant, heating and cooling systems.
• Strong knowledge of the RIBA design process.
• Passion for engineering excellence and net-zero solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems and take ownership of the project deliverables.
• Manage external consultants through RIBA stages.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Deliver buildable, energy-efficient solutions within live sites.

Skills

Mechanical design

Energy infrastructure design

RIBA design process

Heating and cooling systems

Net-zero solutions

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Dalkia UK is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design across decarbonisation and energy infrastructure projects. You will manage external consultants through the RIBA design stages and deliver robust, buildable solutions for live operational environments.

The role is hybrid and supports hospitals, universities and commercial sites, with a focus on energy performance, resilience and sustainability while minimising disruption on site.