Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer

PEMCAS; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike to work scheme

Company events

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Job summary

PEMCAS in Limerick is seeking a motivated Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer with 4+ years of post-qualification experience. The role balances desk design with site coordination, offering a path toward project management and senior engineering responsibilities.

You will lead HVAC, piping, and renewables design across commercial, industrial, pharma, or data centre projects, liaising with disciplines to resolve clashes and ensure design intent is met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree NFQ Level 8 in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in building services consultancy or M&E contracting.
• Direct hands-on experience with Revit, AutoCAD and thermal modeling/load software.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical building services designs including HVAC, heating, chilled water, ventilation, water, drainage and renewables.
• Prepare detailed calculations and write technical specifications and reports.
• Coordinate BIM/CAD using Revit and AutoCAD; review 2D/3D drawings and diagrams.
• Collaborate with electrical, structural, architectural teams and site contractors.
• Respond to RFIs and review submittals, vendor packages and materials.
• Support tender documentation, quantities take-offs and design risk assessments.
• Attend design and site coordination meetings and perform site inspections.
• Assist with pre-commissioning, TAB, and client handover phases.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Technical report writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree NFQ Level 8

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

IES Virtual Environment

Hevacomp

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer with four years of post-qualification experience to join our expanding engineering team in Limerick. In this mid-level role, you will take ownership of mechanical design packages and support project delivery across commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, or data centre developments. The position balances desk-based engineering design with active site coordination, providing an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to transition into project management and senior engineering responsibilities.

Job Objectives

• Short Term - Fulfil the role of Building Services Mechanical Design Engineer
• Long Term - Develop within the company to assist with the growth of the Building Services Department

Reporting to the MEP Director, the Building Services Mechanical Design Engineer will be a key member of the MEP Team. He/she will have notable Mechanical and Building Services experience in addition to the ability to communicate and engage with stakeholders, at all levels as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering Design: Develop comprehensive mechanical building services designs, including HVAC, heating, chilled water, ventilation, domestic water, drainage, and renewable energy integrations.
• Calculations & Specification: Prepare detailed engineering calculations (e.g., thermal load calculations, pipe sizing, ductwork pressure drops) and author technical specifications and reports.
• BIM & CAD Coordination: Utilize Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD to produce, modify, and review coordinated 2D/3D layout drawings and schematic diagrams.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with internal electrical engineering teams, structural engineers, architects, and external site contractors to resolve spatial and systemic conflicts.
• Technical Quality Assurance: Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) from site personnel and systematically review technical submittals, vendor packages, and materials.
• Tendering Support: Assist project managers in preparing tender documentation, quantity take-offs, and design risk assessments.
• Site Inspections & Surveys: Attend design and site coordination meetings; perform site inspections to verify that installations accurately match design intent and drawings.
• Commissioning Support: Assist senior engineers and testing teams through pre-commissioning, Test & Balancing (TAB), and ultimate client handover phases.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree (NFQ Level 8) in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Professional Experience: Minimum 4 years of proven post-graduate experience within a building services consultancy or mechanical M&E contracting environment.
• Software Proficiency: Direct hands-on experience using Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and industry-standard thermal modeling/load calculation software (e.g., IES Virtual Environment or Hevacomp).
• Professional Accreditation: Active membership with Engineers Ireland, with clear evidence of tracking toward or holding Chartered Engineer status.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of mechanical system components (HVAC, piping, controls) and practical application of Irish Building Regulations and European standards.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong analytical problem-solving abilities, excellent technical report-writing skills, and a confident communication style tailored for team and client-facing discussions.
• Mobility: A valid, clean Irish or EU driving licence to facilitate site visits.

Job Type

• Full-time

Benefits

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Willingness to travel

• 25% (required)

Work Location

Hybrid remote in Raheen, County Limerick

Salary range

€45k – €55k