Senior Mechanical Engineer

Hoare Lea; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Cardiff seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a dynamic team. You'll provide high-quality mechanical design advice, work on diverse projects, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate has experience in HVAC systems, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD. The firm offers an enriching environment and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Stock options

9-day fortnight scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer or in a closely related role.
• Understanding of mechanical services including HVAC.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed mechanical design advice to clients.
• Design mechanical engineering systems using the latest software.
• Attend client meetings and site inspections.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Innovation and Research

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

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Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to days of annual leave.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

About the role

We have a brand-new opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team based in Cardiff.

This is an exciting period in the Hoare Lea Cardiff journey, including the forthcoming move to a new City Centre Office.

Cardiff itself is a thriving and dynamic creative capital city with a rich cultural heritage, as well as ambitious future plans in terms of growth as well as a blueprint to become a carbon-neutral city in the next years.

You will join a talented, dynamic, and diverse team of designers, engineers, and technical specialists with a unique working culture. Our team is large enough to work on large national and international schemes yet agile enough to allow significant talent growth and career progression.

By creating and embracing a unique culture we ensure we remain leaders in our field enjoying what we do, having fun and achieving the best results by delivering a consistent, high-quality service for our clients.Working for a firm with strong social values you will have the opportunity to use your engineering skills to support the role we have in society in meeting the needs of the industry, the environment, the communities in which we live and work, and improving the quality of life for generations to come.

As a Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting and delivering designs for a range of project types and sizes. You will work within a multidisciplinary team of engineers and support staff delivering a consistent high-quality service for clients, ensuring that repeat and new business opportunities are developed, and profitability is achieved.

In this key and varied role, you can expect to:

• Provide detailed, coordinated and cost-efficient mechanical design advice to our varied client list.
• Tailor a comprehensive service of specifications, calculations and reports.
• Design mechanical engineering systems at the highest level using the latest software design packages.
• Take responsibility for solid technical delivery in your work either alone or as part of a team.
• Look at new ways of working and taking time out for innovation and research ensuring we keep abreast of our competitors.
• Produce calculations, reports and specifications with good written communication skills.
• Attend DTMs/client meetings and site inspections.
• Work with minimal supervision and you may be responsible for your own individual projects. In this role the ability to react efficiently to multiple tasks and tight deadlines is essential.

About you

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

• Proven experience working as a Mechanical Engineer or closely related role, with a track record delivering on a variety of complex projects.
• Understanding of all mechanical services including heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment, with excellent communication skills with both internal and external clients, and a team-based work approach.
• Use of relevant software/tools such as Revit and AutoCAD.
• Self-awareness, an open mind, and a spirit of generosity.
• Conversant with relevant British Standards.
• Consultancy experience.