Mechanical Design Engineer Building Services

Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services

• Location: Manchester, UK (Hybrid, with flexible home working)
• Start Date: Immediate
• Rate: -40 - -45 per hour (Outside IR35)
• Contract: 6 Months (extension highly likely)
• Keywords: Principal Engineer, HVAC, Water Systems, Building Services, Design Engineer, Dialux, Amtech, Hevacomp

Our client, a global name in energy infrastructure, is driving forward the delivery of innovative transmission projects that enable a sustainable energy future. They are seeking a Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer to strengthen their Manchester-based design team. In this role, you''ll be responsible for creating and reviewing design solutions for auxiliary systems on renewable energy projects, collaborating with specialists in a progressive and supportive environment.

This position offers the chance to expand your technical skills while contributing to vital projects powering millions of homes.

Auxiliary Systems Scope:

• HVAC (Heating, Ventilation & Cooling)
• Hot & Cold-Water plumbing systems
• Building performance modelling & regulatory compliance
• Low-carbon solutions and sustainable design
• Building management & control systems

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop designs for auxiliary systems that align with contractual, legal, client, and industry requirements.
• Assess client-provided specifications and enquiry documentation.
• Validate and approve technical specifications for auxiliary systems on HV projects before and after contract award.
• Review supplier drawings and design deliverables throughout project execution.
• Conduct technical assessments of subcontractor design packages, ensuring adherence to standards.
• Collaborate with project planners to prepare and review schedules.
• Contribute to and manage design and project risk registers.
• Take ownership of personal workload, resources, programme deliverables, and budget allocation.

Requirements:

• HNC/HND/Degree in Engineering, Building Services, or a related discipline.
• BS7671 (18th edition) certification.
• Proven experience designing with Dialux, Amtech and/or Hevacomp.
• Background in engineering design for industrial or infrastructure applications.
• Competence with AutoCAD / Revit is desirable.
• Ability to draft clear "Scope of Services" documentation is an advantage.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a leading EPC contractor delivering some of the UK''s most significant renewable energy and grid infrastructure projects. For further details or to apply, please contact:
Maddie Jacob - (phone number removed) / (url removed)