Mechanical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Career progression

Diverse project portfolio

Training support

Professional membership

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer to join our Manchester team. You will produce detailed building services designs and calculations and liaise with clients to understand requirements.

This role offers hybrid working, exposure to a varied project portfolio, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical building services design.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Hevacomp/TAS is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, CIBSE guidance, and industry standards.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills; ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed mechanical designs and calculations for building services projects.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
• Review compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Attend project meetings and provide technical input to ensure delivery.
• Support senior engineers and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Hevacomp

TAS

Job description

Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

Location: Manchester
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

Overview

We are seeking a talented and motivated Intermediate Mechanical Engineer to join our clients dynamic team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a well-established and growing building services consultancy that prides itself on delivering innovative, sustainable, and practical engineering solutions.

If you have a passion for mechanical building services design and are looking to further your career within a supportive and technically focused environment, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

• A salary of £35,000 – £45,000, depending on experience.
• Hybrid and flexible working options to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Exposure to a varied project portfolio across multiple sectors.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Professional membership and training support to help you achieve your career goals.

Day-to-Day

• Producing detailed mechanical designs and calculations for building services projects.
• Liaising with clients and project stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
• Reviewing and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Attending project meetings and providing technical input to ensure successful project delivery.
• Supporting senior engineers and mentoring junior team members as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical building services designs and calculations for a variety of projects.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated engineering solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and design documentation.
• Conduct site inspections and attend project meetings to ensure designs are implemented effectively.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant regulations, standards, and client requirements.
• Contribute to the delivery of sustainable and commercially viable engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in mechanical building services design.
• A degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with Hevacomp and/or TAS is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, CIBSE guidance, and relevant industry standards.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.