Lead Mechanical Engineer - Building Services

PM Group; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive innovative design solutions for large-scale projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic team in the Building Services engineering design sector, interfacing with clients and ensuring project deliverables are met. With a hybrid working model in place, you will balance office and remote work while contributing to exciting projects in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries. If you have a passion for engineering and a track record of leading successful teams, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering (Level 8) required.
• Significant design experience in pharmaceutical or chemical industry.

Responsibilities

• Developing innovative design solutions for new projects.
• Leading technical and safety reviews and managing project execution.
• Delivering design scope within budget and schedule.

Skills

Design of Building Services Engineering

Project Management

Leadership

HVAC System Design

Client Interaction

Education

Degree in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

PM Group Ireland is hiring a Lead Mechanical Engineer due to successful project wins. Our business continues to grow at both local and international levels. We are currently recruiting team members to support key project delivery. We are executing exciting and important projects for our multi-national clients, providing great opportunities to develop your career.

To be considered for the role, you will have previously worked on large projects (TIC > 200MM) from concept to completion. The purpose of this role is to serve as the technical lead of the Building Services engineering design team to ensure we achieve our project deliverables. If you are in a similar role or believe you have the relevant experience, please submit your application.

Location

The role is based in Ireland, and the successful hire will be supported with the work permit application and relocation assistance.

Hybrid Working

We currently operate a hybrid model with a mix of office work (2/3 days) and remote work.

Responsibilities

• Developing innovative design solutions for new projects.
• Interfacing with client design teams and end users.
• Leading technical and safety reviews.
• Design of building services engineering – leading the preparation of AFDs, P&IDs, and equipment sizing calculations.
• Managing personnel in the execution of the project lifecycle.
• Overseeing HVAC system BIM modelling progress by your team.
• Planning resources, measuring, and reporting progress against deliverables.
• Estimating resource requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Delivering the agreed design scope within budget, hours, and schedule.

Qualifications

• Degree in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering (Level 8).
• Significant design experience in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or chemical industry.
• Experience leading teams, with a focus on coaching and developing future leaders.
• Strong design experience of utilities, including Steam, LPHW, CHW.
• Ability to work with and guide teams is essential.