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Hybrid

GBP 35,000 - 40,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

A leading Facilities Management organisation is seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer based in London or Manchester. The role focuses on innovative low-carbon mechanical systems for energy efficiency projects, offering a competitive salary, bonuses, and career progression in a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Business use car
24 days holiday
Variable annual bonus (5-15%)
Pension Plan
Career Progression

Qualifications

  • 3 to 6 years' experience in mechanical building services design.
  • Exposure to retrofit, decarbonisation, or low-carbon projects.
  • Experience with mechanical calculations.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with mechanical system designs across all RIBA Stages.
  • Support energy modelling and system performance simulations.
  • Prepare technical reports and coordinate design with teams.

Skills

Mechanical building services design
Energy analysis
Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (BEng or equivalent)

Tools

IES
Energy Pro

Job description

Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer based out of either London or Manchester - Hybrid, £40,000 + Package, and business use car.

Brief

A well-known Facilities Management organisation based in London or Manchester is looking to employ an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer who takes pride in their work. The successful candidate will contribute to the design and delivery of low-carbon mechanical systems across retrofit and energy efficiency projects. Under the guidance of senior engineers, responsibilities include developing HVAC, heat pump, and BMS designs, supporting project documentation, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards.

This role offers opportunities to build technical expertise, develop project delivery skills, and support the UK's decarbonisation and net-zero goals through innovative engineering solutions.

Benefits

  • Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
  • Business use car
  • 24 days holiday
  • Variable annual bonus (5-15%)
  • Pension Plan
  • Career Progression

What the role entails:

Some of the main duties of the Mechanical Design Engineer will include:

  • Mechanical Design & Engineering: Assist with mechanical system designs across all RIBA Stages. Design and integrate low-carbon energy solutions, including heat pumps, district heating, HVAC, and energy-efficient BMS. Support energy modelling and system performance simulations using IES, Energy Pro, and other tools. Ensure compliance with standards (CIBSE, PAS 2035, MCS, UK Building Regs). Support BIM and CAD-based design processes.
  • Design Documentation & Coordination: Assist in preparing technical reports, drawings, specifications, and schedules. Coordinate with energy, electrical, and project teams to ensure holistic system design. Participate in design team meetings.
  • Project & Technical Support: Support risk reviews, design updates, and supplier engagement. Provide technical input during procurement and contractor liaison. Support planning and funding applications. Assist in identifying risks and mitigation strategies. Support decarbonisation projects like ReFit, PSDS, Warmer Homes, GHNF, and HNES. Conduct technical feasibility assessments for low-carbon technologies, ensuring viability and suitability. Support retrofit design processes to align with decarbonisation goals and funding criteria.

What experience you need to be the successful Mechanical Design Engineer:

  • 3 to 6 years' experience in mechanical building services design.
  • Exposure to retrofit, decarbonisation, or low-carbon projects.
  • Experience with energy analysis and mechanical calculations.
  • Participation in multidisciplinary project teams.

Qualifications:

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (BEng or equivalent).
  • Actively working towards Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with CIBSE or IMechE.
  • Willingness to pursue Retrofit Designer Certification (support provided).

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to progress their career. If interested, please apply promptly, as the position will be filled quickly. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or Employment Business. We will contact you within 14 days if selected for an interview.

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