Mechanical Project Engineer

RPS Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Mechanical Project Engineer within their Building Services Team. This hybrid role involves contributing to projects across various sectors including healthcare and education. You will play a key role from feasibility studies to design and implementation, while also focusing on sustainability initiatives in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Professional growth through training

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a consultancy.
• Membership of a professional body like Engineers Ireland or CIBSE is advantageous.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies and prepare detailed design drawings and specifications.
• Participate in site visits and client meetings throughout project phases.
• Collaborate with architects and structural engineers.

Skills

Design experience

Low-carbon design principles

Mechanical building services design

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Level 8 Degree in Mechanical, Building Services, or Energy Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

IES thermal modelling

Job description

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We have a career opportunity for a Mechanical Project Engineer who will contribute as a key member of our Building Services Team. This is a hybrid role, primarily based in Dublin or Cork, with offices also available in Galway, Kilkenny, and Sligo.

Our Building Services Team includes enthusiastic and experienced engineers from Graduate to Director level working closely with clients, architects, and engineers to deliver projects across various sectors. Examples include healthcare buildings for the HSE, schools, universities, laboratories, pharmaceutical facilities, and port infrastructure. We are committed to professional development and support employees in gaining Chartered Engineer status. You will work within a team dedicated to sustainability and low-carbon initiatives, focusing on energy reduction and renewable energy sources.

About the role:

You will be based in Cork or Dublin and work under a senior engineer on all project phases from concept to hand-over. Responsibilities include feasibility studies, design using calculation spreadsheets, IES thermal modelling, AutoCAD, and Revit. Site visits during construction to monitor progress and quality are also involved. You will collaborate with team members, architects, structural engineers, and participate in client meetings, embodying RPS values.

Qualifications:

• Industry-related Level 8 Degree in Mechanical, Building Services, or Energy Engineering
• Membership of a professional body like Engineers Ireland or CIBSE (advantageous)
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a consultancy
• Design experience across sectors such as Commercial, Industrial, Pharmaceutical, Educational, Healthcare, Hospitality, Residential, Data Centres
• Proven track record in mechanical building services design and coordination
• Knowledge of low-carbon design principles, nZEB, Part L compliance
• Established client relationships in public and private sectors
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience with Revit in a BIM environment

Key Skills & Responsibilities

• Core building services design skills including HVAC, controls, utilities, drainage
• Preparing feasibility studies, design drawings, reports, specifications, cost estimates, tendering, construction, and commissioning
• Engaging with clients, design teams, and contractors
• Applying BIM Level 2 procedures and coordinating discipline models
• Working effectively as part of a team from project initiation to completion
• Using thermal modelling software such as IES and detailed spreadsheets
• Supporting business development activities

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to build effective relationships
• Self-motivated and focused on career growth
• Committed to continuous learning and development

Why RPS for you?

Enjoy working on interesting projects with diverse perspectives. We value experience and skills that foster innovation. We promote respect, diversity, and wellbeing, offering flexible work options and supporting your professional growth through training and clear career pathways. Join us and be part of solutions that matter.

About RPS, a Tetra Tech company:

Since becoming part of Tetra Tech in January 2023, RPS benefits from a global network of 27,000 employees, delivering projects worldwide. We define, design, and manage projects that create shared value in a resource-scarce world. Our success depends on talented people who share our passion for solving important problems. We support your career development every step of the way.

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Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We aim to embed diversity and inclusion in all our processes, recognizing the value of talent across the globe. Our behaviours, including 'Stronger Together,' reflect respect, acknowledgment of diversity, and the recognition of everyone's contributions. We foster an inclusive workplace where learning and growth thrive.

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