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Mechanical Engineer
About the Role
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and delivery of innovative low-carbon energy solutions, including heat pump systems, energy centres, and plantroom installations across the UK. This role will play a key part in delivering decarbonisation projects within the NHS, public sector, and commercial environments, working alongside a multidisciplinary engineering team.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Engineering
- Produce mechanical designs, calculations, and technical specifications for energy centre and plantroom projects
- Develop 2D/3D CAD drawings and review outputs from junior engineers
- Support system sizing, thermal modelling, and equipment selection
Project Delivery
- Assist with the delivery of projects from concept through to commissioning
- Work closely with Project Managers, Designers, and site teams
- Ensure designs align with programme, cost, and technical requirements
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Testing & Commissioning
- Support commissioning of mechanical systems, including heat pumps and HVAC plant
- Participate in system testing, fault-finding, and performance validation
- Ensure systems meet operational and efficiency targets
Compliance & Standards
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant standards, regulations, and health & safety requirements
- Undertake risk assessments and contribute to safe system design
- Support quality assurance and technical reviews
Stakeholder Management
- Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors
- Provide technical input during meetings and design reviews
- Support clear communication of engineering solutions to non-technical stakeholders
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Skills & Experience
Essential
- Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- Experience in MEP, HVAC, energy centres, or plantroom design
- Strong CAD experience (AutoCAD, Revit, or similar)
- Good understanding of mechanical systems, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics
- Knowledge of UK building regulations and standards
Desirable
- Experience with heat pumps / decarbonisation projects / Traditional Building Services Design
- Working towards or already Chartered (CEng)
- Familiarity with NHS or public sector projects
- Experience in mechanical and electrical design
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