Mechanical Engineer

Nicholas Associates; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Training & chartership support

Career progression

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is hiring a Mechanical Engineer for a Birmingham-based building services consultancy to design and specify mechanical systems for commercial, residential, healthcare and education projects.

You will produce calculations, reports and drawings, work with electrical engineers, attend client meetings and site visits, and help drive projects from concept through to completion while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Experience in an MEP Consultancy or Building Services environment.
• Knowledge of UK Building Regulations and British Standards.
• Experience using Hevacomp, IES, Revit, AutoCAD or similar.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Chartership is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and specification of mechanical building services systems (HVAC, heating, ventilation, domestic water, public health).
• Produce calculations, technical reports and design drawings.
• Work closely with electrical engineers and wider project teams.
• Attend client meetings and site visits where required.
• Support projects from concept through to completion and ensure on time delivery.
• Ensure designs comply with current regulations and industry standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Chartership (desirable)

Tools

Hevacomp

IES

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Birmingham | Up to £45,000 + Benefits | Building Services Consultancy

The Opportunity

An established and growing MEP Building Services Consultancy in Birmingham is looking to appoint a Mechanical Engineer to join its dynamic design team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer who is looking to develop their career across a diverse range of projects including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specification of mechanical building services systems including:
• HVAC
• Heating systems
• Ventilation
• Domestic water services
• Public health systems
• Produce calculations, technical reports, and design drawings.
• Work closely with electrical engineers and wider project teams.
• Attend client meetings and site visits where required.
• Support projects from concept through to completion.
• Ensure designs comply with current regulations and industry standards.
• Contribute to delivering projects on time and within budget.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Experience working within an MEP Consultancy or Building Services environment.
• Knowledge of UK Building Regulations and relevant British Standards.
• Experience using industry software such as Hevacomp, IES, Revit, AutoCAD, or similar.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Working towards Chartership (desirable but not essential).

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Support towards Chartership.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies