Mechanical Design Engineer | Reading | Remote Working

Search Consultancy; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Ongoing professional development

Chartership support

Clear career progression opportunities

Supportive environment

Job summary

Search Consultancy is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for Reading with hybrid/remote working options. You will deliver HVAC and public health systems across residential, commercial, retail, and mixed-use developments, taking ownership from concept to technical design and delivery.

The role requires 5+ years in a UK Building Services Consultancy, strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, CIBSE and BSRIA, plus hands-on Revit and BIM coordination.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical/Building Services engineering.
• 5+ years in a UK Building Services consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, CIBSE, BSRIA, and BS.
• Experience with Revit and BIM coordination.
• Ability to manage projects through RIBA Stages 2-4.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver HVAC and public health systems for varied sectors.
• Carry out load calculations, ventilation design, pipe/duct sizing, plant selection.
• Design systems including ASHPs, AHUs, FCUs, VRF/VRV, MVHR, HIUs.
• Produce reports, specifications, tender packages, schedules.
• Coordinate mechanical designs using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, stakeholders.
• Attend meetings and conduct site visits as required.
• Mentor junior engineers and support project delivery standards.

Skills

HVAC design

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM coordination

Project management

Client facing

Education

Mechanical Engineering or Building Services degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer | Reading | Remote Working

I'm currently working with a growing Building Services Consultancy that is looking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to work across a broad range of residential, commercial, retail, and mixed-use developments while taking ownership of projects from concept through to technical design and delivery. Based on details from Job Description - Intermediate Mechanical Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver HVAC and public health systems for a variety of sectors including residential, commercial, retail, and mixed-use developments.
• Carry out heating and cooling load calculations, ventilation design, pipe sizing, ductwork sizing, and plant selection.
• Design systems including ASHPs, AHUs, FCUs, VRF/VRV, MVHR and HIUs.
• Produce technical reports, specifications, tender packages, equipment schedules, and design documentation.
• Coordinate mechanical services designs using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Work closely with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Attend client and design team meetings throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct site visits and inspections as required.
• Mentor junior engineers and support project delivery standards.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years' experience within a UK Building Services Consultancy.
• Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations, CIBSE guidance, BSRIA standards, and British Standards.
• Experience with Revit and BIM coordination.
• Ability to manage projects through RIBA Stages 2-4.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.
• Working towards or interested in professional Chartership is desirable.

What's On Offer?

Competitive salary

Hybrid and flexible working

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Ongoing professional development and Chartership support

Clear career progression opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Important

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

Isaac Bonsu

07889 627577

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.