Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Northampton
Sector: Building Services Engineering
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salalry: DOE - £30,000 - £60,000
Role Overview
An opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing building services design team, working across a varied portfolio of projects from concept through to construction and handover. The role suits an engineer who enjoys hands-on design, technical problem solving, and close collaboration with project and delivery teams.
Key Responsibilities
Produce mechanical building services designs from RIBA Stage 2 through to Stage 5
Design HVAC, heating, ventilation, domestic water and associated mechanical systems
Prepare calculations, schematics, technical specifications and detailed design drawings
Work closely with electrical engineers, BIM teams and project managers to ensure coordinated designs
Support design development with a focus on buildability, cost efficiency and programme
Attend design team meetings and contribute to technical discussions
Respond to technical queries from site teams and support projects through construction
Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, regulations and health and safety requirements
Assist with value engineering and sustainable design solutions where appropriate
Skills & Experience
Essential
Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering
Experience in mechanical building services design within a consultancy or contractor environment
Strong understanding of HVAC and building services systems
Ability to produce calculations and detailed design information
Experience using AutoCAD and Revit
Good communication skills and ability to work within a team
Desirable
Experience working on design and build projects
Familiarity with BIM Level 2 processes
Understanding of sustainability, low carbon and energy-efficient systems
Working towards Chartered Engineer status
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Exposure to a wide range of technically interesting projects
Clear progression routes into senior or lead design roles
Support with professional development and training
Collaborative working environment with strong technical support