Client: With decades of experience operating across the UK, my client has established itself as a leading provider of technical and energy services, delivering large-scale engineering, infrastructure, and decarbonisation projects across both the public and private sectors. They have built a strong reputation for delivering complex mechanical and electrical solutions on high-profile frameworks and long-term partnerships within healthcare, education, commercial, and government environments. Following continued investment and sustained growth, the business has secured a number of major projects focused on low-carbon technologies, retrofit programmes, and net-zero initiatives, positioning them as a key player in the UK’s transition to a more sustainable built environment.

Role: Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer - £35,000 - £45,000 + Benefits

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be required to support the design and implementation of low-carbon mechanical systems across a variety of retrofit and energy efficiency projects. Working closely with senior engineers, the role involves developing HVAC, heat pump, and BMS solutions, preparing technical documentation, and ensuring designs comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to strengthen technical knowledge, enhance project delivery capabilities, and contribute to the UK’s net-zero and decarbonisation objectives through sustainable and innovative engineering practices.

Role/Responsibilities:

·      Assist with mechanical system designs across all RIBA Stages.

·      Design and integrate low-carbon energy solutions, including heat pumps, district heating, HVAC, and energy-efficient BMS.

·      Support energy modelling and system performance simulations using IES, Energy Pro, and other tools.

·      Ensure compliance with relevant standards (CIBSE, PAS 2035, MCS, UK Building Regs) and guidelines.

·      Support coordination of BIM and CAD-based design processes.

·      Assist in preparing technical reports, drawings, specifications, and schedules.

·      Coordinate with energy, electrical, and project delivery teams to ensure holistic system design.

·      Participate in design team meetings, capturing key actions and learning opportunities.

The ideal candidate:

·      3 years+ experience in mechanical building services design.

·      Exposure to retrofit, decarbonisation, or low-carbon projects preferred.

·      Experience with energy analysis and mechanical calculations.

·      Previous participation in multidisciplinary project teams.

·      Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (BEng or equivalent).

·      Working towards Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with CIBSE or IMechE.

In return they offer:

·      25 days annual leave + public holidays.

·      Life Cover equivalent to 4 times annual salary.

·      Company Stakeholder Pension Scheme.

·      Private Medical Insurance.

·      2 corporate social responsibility days per year.

·      Learning Opportunities with professional qualifications and personalized support programs.

·      Access to the growing employee networks including AccessAbility.