Principal/Associate M&E Design Engineer

Hays Building; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a cutting-edge engineering consultancy as a principal/associate mechanical and electrical design engineer in Cambridge. This role involves providing expert support, collaborating with clients, and overseeing project management. With competitive salaries and beneficial perks, this is an exciting opportunity to advance in a rapidly growing company.

Benefits

Nine-day fortnight

Flexible working

Ability to buy holidays

Up to 8% pension employer contribution

Octopus Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Health Care scheme with Vitality

Employee Assistance Programme

Death in Service cover

Reimbursement of a professional membership subscription

Professional registration incentive bonus

Extra day annual leave for birthday

Opportunity to apply for volunteer leave

Additional paid leave after the birth of a child

Qualifications

• Degree or master's in engineering required.
• Chartered Engineer status preferred.
• Flexible and adaptable to various projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert mechanical engineering support in the built environment.
• Collaborate with clients to define project objectives and develop solutions.
• Prepare budgets, tender documents, and oversee projects.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Degree or master's in engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Job description

Your new company
This is an exciting opportunity to join a cutting-edge engineering consultancy, with experts in mechanical, electrical, and sustainable building design. They thrive on collaboration, partnering closely with education, commercial, conservation, hotels, sports, leisure, residential, healthcare, and community sectors. Our client has six vibrant locations across the UK. Your adventure awaits in the new office in Cambridge. Unleash your potential and be a part of something remarkable in this exhilarating new role!

Your new role
Join their rapidly expanding company as a principal/associate mechanical and electrical design engineer. This pivotal role involves providing expert mechanical engineering support in the built environment. You'll collaborate with clients to define project objectives, develop innovative and cost-effective solutions, and ensure compliance with regulations and best practices. Prepare budgets, tender documents, and oversee projects from stage 2 to stage 4. Conduct inspections and deliver comprehensive condition reports. Be at the forefront of their growth and make a lasting impact on the industry.

What you'll need to succeed
To succeed, your new company is looking for someone who has a degree or master's in engineering, is a member of the Chartered Institute of Building Services (or similar), has Chartered Engineer status, a full driving licence, and excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. They seek someone flexible and adaptable to various projects.

What you'll get in return

• Salary for an Associate is £65,000 - £75,000 and for a Principal is £50,000 - £60,000.
• Nine-day fortnight
• Flexible working
• Ability to buy holidays
• Up to 8% pension employer contribution
• Octopus Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health Care scheme with Vitality
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service cover
• Reimbursement of a professional membership subscription
• Professional registration incentive bonus
• Extra day annual leave to be used within 1 week of your birthday (after 3 years' service)
• Opportunity to apply for up to 1 week to volunteer per year (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Additional paid leave after the birth of a child

What you need to do now
If you're ready to take the next step in your career, click 'apply now' to submit your CV or call us on 01223 464 577 for a confidential discussion. Even if this role isn't perfect, we'd love to discuss your career aspirations. Know someone interested? Refer them and earn up to £250 vouchers for successful placements.

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