Mechanical Technical Engineer

Coleman James; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Private medical care

26 days holiday (rises to 28, then 30)

8% pension contribution

Share scheme

Job summary

Coleman James in London is seeking a Mechanical Technical Engineer to join our client’s team. The role focuses on delivering and technically authorising mechanical design information across preconstruction to completion, with emphasis on early design stages and collaboration with MEP consultants.

You will support the Mechanical Technical Manager, develop strong relationships with CDP designers, and help maximise value while mitigating risk. A strong technical background is essential.

Qualifications

• HND / NVQ in a Mechanical or Building Services subject is preferable, but experience may count.
• Experience in a design consultancy / D&B contractor or technical / design management role.
• Strong understanding of design responsibilities and knowledge of relevant sector practices.
• Good understanding of project lifecycle, including RIBA and BSRIA work stages.

Responsibilities

• Develop good working relations with MEP and Digital Engineering Consultants on allocated project.
• Support Mechanical Technical Manager in delivering design and technical engineering management.
• Support and mentor Junior Technical Engineers.
• Assist in the preparation of MEP consultant appointments.
• Contribute to Designing for Safety and CDM.
• Undertake detailed design reviews and manage technical risks and opportunities.
• Monitor and manage MEP design progress.
• Technically review major packages, plant and equipment.
• Validate site installation and system operation against the design.
• Provide technical trouble-shooting support.

Skills

Mechanical design knowledge

Education

HND/NVQ Mechanical or Building Services

Job description

Our client is world leading construction and engineering company who are looking for a Mechanical Technical Engineer to join their team in London.

Projects are based in London and the Southeast and cover various sectors including Healthcare, Residential Regeneration, Schools and Data Centres with values ranging from £5m - £130m.

You will assist the Mechanical Technical Manager in the delivery and technical authorisation of Mechanical design information; from prequalification to completion with an emphasis on preconstruction (generally but not limited to RIBA Plan of Work Stages 3 to 6 / BSRIA BG6 Stages 3 to 6). You will build and lead effective relationships with MEP Consultants, Digital Engineering Coordinators and Specialist CDP Designers to maximise value/opportunity and mitigate risk.

Responsibilities

• Develop good working relations with the MEP and Digital Engineering Consultants for allocated project.
• Support the Mechanical Technical Manager in delivering the design and technical engineering management for allocated project.
• Support and provide coaching / mentoring to Junior Technical Engineers.
• Assist in the preparation of MEP consultant appointments.
• Contribute to Designing for Safety and CDM.
• Undertake granular design reviews and manage technical risks and opportunities.
• Monitor and manage MEP design progress.
• Technically review major packages, plant and equipment.
• Validate site installation and system operation against the design.
• Provide technical trouble-shooting support.

Requirements

• HND / NVQ in a Mechanical or Building Services subject are preferable, but also consider people qualified by experience.
• Experience within a design consultancy / D&B contractor or technical / design management role.
• Good experience of design and technical responsibility and relevant sector experience.
• Good understanding of project lifecycle, including RIBA and BSRIA work stages.
• Strong Mechanical Engineering subject matter knowledge with knowledge of contemporary design approaches, technologies and solutions

This opportunity will present you with an exciting opportunity to develop your career long term within a supportive and encouraging environment offering structure and support.

There is a great package on top of your salary which includes car allowance, private medical care, 26 days holiday (rises to 28 after 2 years, then 30 after 5 years), 8% pension contribution and a share scheme!