Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – District Heating

Vital Energi; Bellshill; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vital Energi, based in Glasgow, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Engineering Design team. You will work on conceptual to detailed designs for district heating networks, energy centres and heat pump solutions across varied projects and locations.

The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience in Building Services and energy systems, with CAD proficiency and a strong understanding of CDM and HAZOP practices. UK driving licence is needed.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in Mechanical, Building Services or similar engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant design experience.
• Design experience across Building Services, Heat Pumps, Boilers/Heating, HVAC, Steam, Air Handling, Cooling, District Heating or similar.
• Full UK manual driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the design of distributed energy schemes, energy centres, district heating networks and other major projects.
• Interpreting, appraising and documenting client requirements.
• Carrying out calculations, equipment selection and process operation.
• Producing schematics and detailed drawings.
• Maintaining an awareness of cost implications within the design process.
• Dealing with design issues and minimising their impact.
• Ensuring compliance with CDM requirements and in-house processes.
• Conducting HAZOP studies and Risk Assessments.
• Assisting in specifying mechanical aspects for tendering works.

Skills

Mechanical design

Building Services

District Heating

Heat Pumps

HVAC

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

3D Modelling

Job description

Vital Energi, based in Glasgow, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Engineering Design team. You will work on conceptual to detailed designs for district heating networks, energy centres and heat pump solutions across varied projects and locations.

The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience in Building Services and energy systems, with CAD proficiency and a strong understanding of CDM and HAZOP practices. UK driving licence is needed.