Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services) in West Yorkshire

Energy Jobline CVL; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary building services consultancy is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and coordinate mechanical systems in building projects. Responsibilities include conducting condition surveys, preparing technical reports, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a minimum HNC in Mechanical Engineering and experience in building services design. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is required, along with strong communication skills and a full UK driving license.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Proven experience in mechanical building services design within the construction or consultancy environment.
• Demonstrable experience conducting surveys and writing high quality technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Undertake the design of mechanical services from concept through to detailed design.
• Conduct site-based MEP condition surveys and feasibility assessments.
• Prepare technical reports and design specifications using AutoCAD and Revit.

Skills

Mechanical building services design

Conducting condition surveys

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Minimum HNC in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Hevacomp

IES

Job description

Overview

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Our Client is a leading multi-disciplinary building services consultancy known for delivering innovative, sustainable design solutions across a wide range of sectors including commercial, residential, education, retail and healthcare. A highly collaborative approach ensures that every project benefits from the technical expertise and dedication of talented MEP design professionals, operating with a strong commercial understanding of cost control and energy reduction.

The Leeds office is looking to expand the with the appointment of a Mechanical Design Engineer who is experienced in delivering building services design and conducting condition surveys. Whilst the project portfolio spans many sectors and the appointed Engineer can look forward to being involved in the design of many types and sizes of buildings, the survey work currently involves inspections for a well-known supermarket chain and therefore retail experience would be desirable.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer you will be responsible for the design, specification, and coordination of mechanical building services systems. Surveys will predominately include assessing the condition and compliance of existing HVAC services, developing retrofit and upgrade strategies in line with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake the design of mechanical services (HVAC, public health, ventilation systems) from concept through to detailed design and construction stages.
• Conduct site-based MEP condition surveys, feasibility assessments, and validation of existing building services – primarily in retail environments.
• Prepare technical reports, design specifications, and layout drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, and other design tools.
• Produce energy-efficient and sustainable mechanical designs in line with industry best practices and relevant regulations.
• Liaise with clients, architects, and other stakeholders to ensure coordinated delivery of mechanical services.
• Support the development of junior engineers and contribute to a culture of learning and excellence within the team.
• Ensure project delivery on time and to budget while maintaining high technical standards.

Experience / Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Proven experience in mechanical building services design within the construction or consultancy environment.
• Demonstrable experience conducting surveys and writing high quality technical reports.
• Familiarity with relevant standards such as CIBSE, BSRIA, and Building Regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Hevacomp, IES, and Revit (or similar design software).
• Strong communication and client facing skills.
• Full UK driving licence (due to site travel requirements).

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