Lead Mechanical Engineer
Location: Salford | Hybrid working
Full-Time – Permanent
Company car/ car allowance provided
About the Team
At Centrica Business Solutions, we partner with organisations globally to build, operate and maintain clean energy assets. We help customers decarbonise operations through green energy supply, project delivery, financing and operational support.
Job Overview
This position involves leading the delivery of low‑carbon mechanical building services solutions. You will design and oversee installation of sustainable, zero‑carbon, high‑quality mechanical systems for clients.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce high‑quality mechanical engineering documentation, including specifications, schedules and technical reports
* Carry out pipework sizing calculations for LTHW, CHW, HWS, CWS, steam, gas, flues, compressed air and specialist systems
* Perform ductwork sizing calculations
* Size mechanical plant and equipment, including pumps, plate heat exchangers, boilers, CHP units, heat pumps, thermal stores, buffer vessels, calorifiers, fans, AHUs and chillers
* Undertake heat gain and heat loss calculations
* Develop heating and cooling load profiles
* Carry out thermal modelling and system performance analysis
* Produce BMS system descriptions and control strategies
* Participate in HAZOP and LOPA studies
* Conduct DSEAR assessments
* Complete PED calculations and prepare associated compliance documentation
The Person
You will be an experienced mechanical designer, currently working in building services or a closely related discipline.
Qualifications & Experience
* Engineering Council accredited honours degree (CIBSE, IET, or IMechE), or an HNC in a relevant discipline with commitment to further professional development
* Working towards or already achieved IEng or CEng professional registration
* Experience across a range of engineering activities, ideally including:
o Site surveys and inspections
o Solution development
o Building services design
o Client and design team meetings
o Snagging and commissioning of systems
o Problem diagnosis and solutioning
Personal Qualities
* Confident and professional in client‑facing environments
* Strong communication skills, able to explain complex engineering solutions
* High attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality work
* Inspiring confidence and building effective relationships with colleagues and clients
* Comfortable working autonomously, using initiative to manage technical responsibilities with minimal supervision
Benefits
We offer flexible working arrangements, a company car or car allowance, and total rewards to support financial, physical and emotional wellbeing.
Eligibility Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
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