Due to expansion, a thriving business with a long history of success is currently recruiting for a Junior Mechanical Designer to join their successful team in Leighton Buzzard. The Junior Mechanical Designer will work with the Sales Team alongside the Senior Designer designing all elements of HVAC systems.
This role will be based in their office in Leighton Buzzard 5 days per week.
Key responsibilities of the Junior Mechanical Designer role:
You will have a good technical knowledge and understanding of all types of HVAC systems and controls and have a proven track record in HVAC mechanical design.
* Read and interpret specifications, drawings and design briefs to inform the design and engineering methods required for the mechanical systems.
* Plan and execute mechanical designs using CAD, and 3D CAD programs.
* Communicate with clients about project objectives, to ensure that designs meet their needs.
* Create drawings of new mechanical systems or components, using Autodesk CAD software.
* Select materials, equipment, and processes that will be used in the mechanical services installation.
* Create layouts following the clients' specifications, analyse dimensions and coordination with other services to ensure quality.
* Create Schematics, Technical Specifications, Design Calculations and General Management of HVAC and Chilled Water Systems
* Carry out technical investigations, and assess/provide recommendations regarding consequences
* Ensure that the quality of outputs in the area of responsibility is to the required level, whilst providing technical oversight of deliverables
* Provide progress reports for allocated work packages, ensuring that the agreed scope is delivered within budget
Key skills/experience required for the Junior Mechanical Designer:
* Organisational and planning skills
* Experience with thermal modelling software such as IES, Hevacomp or TAS
* Ability to build strong relationships based upon mutual trust, respect, empathy and confidence with all your colleagues
* Numeracy skills
* Communication skills- (email, phone, face to face and reporting)
* Ability to cope with and manage changes
* Problem solving skills
* Be able to work on more than one project at a time
* Capability to work under pressure and to deadlines
* Able to use Autodesk CAD, Office 365 and the usual Windows-based office systems
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to join an established and successful business as a Junior Mechanical Designer