Principal Mechanical Engineer

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting and engineering firm in Belfast is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to manage and deliver mechanical building services projects. The role involves design solutions from concept through to commissioning, supervision of project teams, and mentoring of junior staff. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in mechanical engineering, with strong skills in communication, project management, and collaboration on complex projects. The position requires willingness to travel within the UK and Ireland.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in design and management of projects.
• Ability to work in complex environments and handle project meetings.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartered status preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering design solutions for mechanical services.
• Manage design processes from concept to commissioning.
• Mentor junior staff, including Graduates and Apprentices.

Skills

Design and management of mechanical building services

Client and contractor communication

Project management

Team leadership and mentoring

AutoCAD expertise

Understanding of BREEAM

Education

Relevant degree in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

IES or other thermal modelling software

Hevacomp or other calculation software

Job description

As we win new work our workload increases, which means we have an exciting opportunity to join our established Belfast team. You will have responsibility for design and management of mechanical building services projects in complex buildings, including refurbishing existing buildings. In some cases, you will be part of a larger team on major projects, as well as managing your own projects.

The role :

• Responsible for the delivery of engineering design solutions encompassing all aspects of mechanical building services engineering consultancy
• End to end process taking designs from concept to site and through commissioning
• Carry out calculations and co-ordinate mechanical services to a high level of accuracy
• Work within a team delivering complex and large scale projects
• Work across a number of sectors including, commercial, industrial, retail, healthcare, education and leisure within both public and private domains
• Mentor and support the development of junior members of staff including Graduates and Apprentices
• Understanding of contractual matters, project management, managing team and change control.

About You :

• You will be expected to have a relevant education and experience in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and be a member of the CIBSE, IMechE, IET or equivalent professional body, although relevant design experience would be considered.
• Ability to handle meetings with Clients and Contractors through all project stages
• Relevant experience in design and supervision of projects;
• Either Chartered Engineer or working towards chartered status
• Relevant experience in design and management of projects.
• Experience in the health, education and / or defence sectors would be benefical
• Current driving licence;
• Ability to working within a team and major complex projects throughout the UK;
• Experience in AutoCAD, National Engineering Spec (NES) Microsoft office;
• REVIT experience welcomed;
• Understanding of IES or other thermal modelling software
• Energy Assessor capability would be welcomed
• Understanding of BREEAM on M&E Services;
• Understanding of Hevacomp or other calculation software
• Willingness to travel for project work, within UK and Ireland, is essential
• Willingness to travel for project work, worldwide on short period is welcome
• Willingness to obtain necessary Security Clearances, is beneficial

About Tetra Tech :

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity / shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.