Mechanical Building Services Engineer

Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer

Location: Northampton
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000
Job Type: Full Time

The Company

An established and employee-owned building services specialist is looking to strengthen its Living design team with an experienced Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer.

The business delivers mechanical and electrical building services solutions across a range of residential and accommodation-led developments, including high-rise residential, student accommodation and hotels.

You'll have exposure to the full project lifecycle, working closely with estimating, BIM and project delivery teams alongside developers, architects, contractors and specialist subcontractors. The business places a strong emphasis on collaboration, technical development and long-term career progression.

The Role

As a Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer, you will be responsible for developing mechanical and public health building services designs across a range of residential and accommodation projects, supporting delivery from initial design through to BSRIA Stage 6 and project handover.

The role will include:

Developing mechanical and public health designs through the various project stages up to BSRIA Stage 6
Supporting the estimating team with the production of tenders for design and build projects
Working with the BIM team to develop spatially coordinated 3D models and 2D drawings
Supporting project teams throughout installation, commissioning and handover
Ensuring designs comply with employer requirements, statutory requirements and relevant technical standards
Ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, CDM regulations, environmental requirements and quality standards
Liaising with specialist subcontractors involved in project delivery
Working with manufacturers and suppliers to ensure the correct application of mechanical plant and equipment
Attending and contributing to internal and external design and project meetings
Identifying and proposing alternative design solutions where they provide technical or commercial benefits
Monitoring design progress and producing design progress reports
Managing multiple projects and priorities effectively
Continuing to develop technical knowledge through CPD, training and hands-on project experience
Requirements

The successful Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer will ideally have:

Proven experience in mechanical and public health building services design
Comprehensive technical knowledge across mechanical and public health services
Experience working across multiple projects within a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and a 'right first time' approach
Good problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve design challenges
Understanding of the Building Safety Act and requirements relating to Higher Risk Buildings
Commercial awareness and an understanding of developing designs within agreed cost plans and budgets
Ability to work collaboratively with developers, architects, structural engineers, consultants, main contractors and specialist subcontractors
Clear and concise communication skills, both internally and externally
Strong organisation and time management skills
A minimum Level 4/5 qualification relevant to Building Services Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
Membership of a relevant professional body is desirable
What's on Offer

Competitive salary
25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service, plus bank holidays
Company car or car allowance
Private healthcare
Life insurance
Pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution
Enhanced maternity and adoption package
Enhanced paternity package
Flexible holiday scheme
Employee-owned business
Excellent working environment
Ongoing technical and personal development
Clear opportunities for career progression
Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer to join an established building services business and work on a diverse portfolio of residential-led developments, including high-rise and technically complex projects.

You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of mechanical and public health design packages, work closely with multidisciplinary teams and gain exposure to the complete project lifecycle. With a strong focus on development and progression, the role provides an excellent platform for an engineer looking to take the next step in their career.

If you're interested, please contact Conner Richards at RGB Recruitment - (url removed)

Keywords

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