Mechanical Engineer - Building Services

Leighton George; Nailsea; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension contributions

Private medical cover

20 days' annual leave + bank holidays

Christmas shutdown

Job summary

Leighton George is seeking a Junior/Intermediate Mechanical Engineer to join our Nailsea team on a permanent, full-time basis. The role offers hybrid working and exposure to a broad range of building services projects.

You will develop your design and project delivery skills across the full project life cycle, from concept through to delivery. With a supportive team and clear progression, you’ll gain experience in mechanical design, calculations and client-facing project coordination, while

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Proactive approach and willingness to develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Produce mechanical building services designs and calculations.
• Design heating, ventilation, cooling and domestic water systems.
• Prepare and review drawings, specs and design docs.
• Undertake site surveys and technical assessments.
• Coordinate with electrical engineers and architects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

HNC/HND or equivalent

Job description

Location: Nailsea, North Somerset (BS48) | Hybrid Working

Contract: Permanent | Full-time

The opportunity

An established and well-respected building services consultancy is looking to appoint a Mechanical Engineer to join its growing team in Nailsea, near Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Junior or Intermediate Mechanical Engineer looking to develop their technical expertise, broaden their project experience and progress their career within building services engineering.

The business is open to considering candidates at different stages of their careers, from junior engineers with some initial industry experience through to more established engineers who are confident undertaking mechanical design work and looking to take on greater responsibility.

You’ll gain exposure to a broad range of projects, sectors and technical challenges, working closely with experienced engineers, directors, clients and wider project teams rather than being confined to one narrow area of work.

From early-stage design through to project delivery, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your technical, commercial and client-facing experience within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The business is committed to developing its people, with opportunities for further training, professional qualifications, chartership, increased responsibility and long-term career progression.

The role

Working alongside the wider engineering team, your responsibilities will include:

• Producing mechanical building services designs and engineering calculations
• Designing heating, ventilation, cooling, domestic water and associated mechanical systems
• Preparing and reviewing technical drawings, specifications and design documentation
• Undertaking site surveys, inspections and technical assessments
• Supporting projects from initial concept through detailed design and delivery
• Coordinating with electrical engineers, architects, contractors and wider multidisciplinary project teams
• Attending project meetings and liaising with clients and other stakeholders
• Ensuring designs comply with relevant UK regulations, technical standards and client requirements
• Developing your technical knowledge and taking on greater project responsibility as your experience progresses
• Supporting junior or graduate engineers where appropriate to your level of experience

The level of responsibility will be tailored to your existing experience, with support available for those still developing their technical skills and opportunities for more experienced individuals to take greater ownership of design packages and project coordination.

About you

We’re interested in speaking with Junior and Intermediate Mechanical Engineers who have:

• Previous experience in mechanical building services design, ideally within an engineering consultancy or similar environment
• A degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Experience preparing mechanical designs, calculations and associated technical documentation
• A working knowledge of relevant UK building regulations, technical standards and design requirements
• Experience collaborating with other disciplines and wider project teams
• Good analytical, technical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A proactive approach and willingness to continue developing professionally

You don’t need to be an expert in every aspect of mechanical building services design. The business is equally interested in engineers with a solid foundation who are keen to develop, as well as those with more established technical experience looking for their next opportunity.

A full UK driving licence would be advantageous.

Some projects may require UK security clearance, so candidates will need to be able to satisfy the relevant clearance requirements where applicable.

Salary & benefits

• £32,000-£45,000 salary, dependent on experience and qualifications
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Strong employer pension contributions
• Private medical cover following the relevant qualifying period
• 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional Christmas shutdown
• Exposure to varied projects across multiple sectors
• Ongoing technical training and professional development
• Support towards further qualifications and professional accreditation
• Support towards chartership where appropriate
• Direct access to experienced engineers and senior management
• Opportunities to develop client-facing experience and take on greater project responsibility
• Genuine progression opportunities as your experience develops and the business continues to grow