Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

CIBSE Journal; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to BIM methodologies

Job summary

CIBSE Journal is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our consultancy team on a hybrid basis in Chichester. You will design mechanical building services, deliver HVAC-focused solutions, and lead BIM coordination using Revit MEP and AutoCAD while collaborating across disciplines.

The role emphasizes mentoring junior staff and contributing to project success. You will work with cutting-edge BIM methodologies on commercial projects, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Mechanical Building Services design.
• Expertise in HVAC design and specification.
• Proficiency in Revit MEP and BIM workflows.
• Strong skills in AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and designers to develop mechanical building services solutions.
• Produce and refine mechanical designs and calculations.
• Develop Revit MEP models for mechanical services.
• Create accurate 2D drawings using AutoCAD.
• Coordinate BIM models with electrical, structural, and architectural teams.
• Participate in BIM coordination meetings and clash detection to resolve issues.
• Support and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

HVAC design

Building services design

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Chichester (Hybrid) – 2x days office initially, with more flexibility after time served
Salary: 40,000 – 50,000 DOE
Job Type: Full Time Permanent

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join our innovative consultancy specialising in Mechanical and Electrical Building Services design. Using cutting–edge BIM methodologies, the client delivers coordinated and efficient design solutions from concept to completion. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, utilising tools such as Revit MEP, AutoCAD, and BIM workflows to create impactful designs for commercial projects.

Benefits

A range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary of 40,000 – 50,000 DOE.
• Hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Exposure to innovative projects and cutting–edge BIM methodologies.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

Day–to–Day

On a typical day, you will:

• Collaborate with engineers and designers to develop mechanical building services solutions.
• Use Revit MEP and AutoCAD to create and refine designs.
• Participate in BIM coordination meetings to ensure seamless integration of mechanical services with other disciplines.
• Conduct design reviews and calculations to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to discuss project progress and address any design challenges.
• Mentor junior team members, sharing your expertise and fostering their professional growth.

Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, your key responsibilities will include:

• Designing mechanical building services, including HVAC, heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.
• Producing detailed mechanical designs, calculations, specifications, and technical reports.
• Developing and coordinating Revit MEP models for mechanical services.
• Creating accurate 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD.
• Collaborating within coordinated BIM models alongside electrical, structural, and architectural teams.
• Participating in BIM coordination meetings and conducting clash detection exercises to resolve design issues prior to construction.
• Assisting in the development of coordinated building services solutions from concept through to project completion.
• Attending client meetings, design reviews, and site visits.
• Liaising closely with multidisciplinary project teams to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers where appropriate.

Qualifications

To excel in this role, you should have:

• Proven experience in Mechanical Building Services design.
• Expertise in HVAC design and specification.
• Proficiency in Revit MEP and BIM workflows.
• Strong skills in AutoCAD.
• Experience working in coordinated multidisciplinary design environments.
• A desire to continue developing your technical expertise within Building Services.

Experience with BIM coordination, clash detection, and 3D modelling would be highly advantageous.