S&D Trade Recruitment is supporting our client based in Croydon in their search for an Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer. This role presents a fantastic opportunity to work alongside senior engineers, offering support and contributing to the delivery of high-quality mechanical design solutions for a range of projects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in mechanical systems design, with a strong background in consultancy environments or contract design. You'll work on projects from start to finish, ensuring compliance and excellence in every aspect. Projects will include Education, Residential (New Build & Refurbishment), Commercial Buildings, Decarbonisation Initiatives, and Condition & Acquisition Surveys.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm with an hour for lunch.
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 depending on experience.
Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer Key Responsibilities:
* Assist in the mechanical design and provide engineering support to the project team across a variety of projects.
* Collaborate with senior engineers in producing mechanical services designs that meet client requirements and company standards.
* Develop specifications, drawings, schedules, and cost estimates for mechanical systems.
* Ensure designs comply with relevant Building Regulations, including Renewable Technologies, IES Thermal Modelling, SAPs, SBEM Calculations, EPCs, BREEAM, GLA London Plan, and Passivhaus Standards.
* Conduct site surveys and assist with feasibility studies and condition reports across multiple UK locations.
* Communicate with clients and attend meetings to address project requirements and ensure expectations are met.
* Assist with the production of design calculations and tender documentation.
* Support in monitoring project financials, assisting with budget costing for mechanical services.
* Ensure compliance with industry regulations, including CIBSE Guides, CDM Regulations, British Standards, and Energy & Sustainability Legislation.
* Maintain mechanical standards and best practices, ensuring designs meet company quality benchmarks.
* Use AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Hevacomp, IES VE, and Microsoft Project to develop and implement mechanical designs.
* Conduct quality inspections on projects and report any deviations from design standards.
* Support Senior Engineers with mentoring junior staff and contributing to team development.
Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer Required Experience and Skills:
* HNC, HND, or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design within a consultancy environment or contractor design capacity.
* Solid knowledge of current Building Regulations / GLA London Plan / Renewable technologies / Thermal Modelling / SAPs/ SBEM Calculations/ EPC’s / BREEAM / Passivhaus Standards / CIBSE TM59 / Overheating strategies and calculations competence in producing detailed reports, specifications, and tender documentation.
* Basic proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Hevacomp, and IES VE.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Project).
* A full UK driving licence is required.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior engineers and clients.
Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer Benefits:
* 25 days holidays plus bank holidays, discretionary bonus scheme, pension, and training opportunities.
* All petrol expenses outside of normal commute are reimbursed, including additional project-related expenses.
This job is being advertised by S&D Trade Recruitment, who are operating as an employment business and is acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client