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Mechanical Design Engineer
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Employer Hays Construction and Property
Location: Leicester
Salary: 30,000.00 - 60,000.00 GBP Annual
Closing date: 14 Sep 2026
Specialist area: Mechanical engineering
Function: Engineer
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Your New Company
Tetra Tech, a global leader in high–end consulting and engineering services, is growing its Building Services team in Leicester and is looking for a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to join their expanding group. With a strong UK–wide presence, Tetra Tech delivers innovative mechanical and electrical engineering solutions across sectors such as Healthcare, Education, Commercial, and Defence. The Leicester office plays a key role in delivering technically challenging and sustainable projects across the region.
Your new role
Responsibilities
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will support the design and delivery of building services projects, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide high–quality mechanical engineering solutions. Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing mechanical systems (HVAC, public health, etc.) from concept to completion
- Producing detailed design calculations, specifications, and technical drawings
- Supporting senior engineers with site surveys, inspections, and construction stage duties
- Coordinating with clients, architects, and other engineering disciplines
- Ensuring compliance with current building regulations and sustainability standards
- Participating in project meetings and contributing to technical discussions
- Developing your technical skills with guidance from experienced engineers
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What You'll Need To Succeed
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related field
- Experience working on mechanical building services projects within a consultancy or contractor environment
- Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Hevacomp, IES, and NBS
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A proactive and solution–focused mindset
- Full UK driving licence (preferred)
What You'll Get In Return
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with one of the world's leading engineering consultancies. Tetra Tech offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
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- Enhanced pension scheme
- Company bonus
- Private healthcare
- Flexible/hybrid working options
- Support for professional development and chartership
- Additional perks such as retail discounts, travel insurance, and tailored holiday allowances
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