Vital Energi – Strategy of Growth Opportunity
Would you like to be part of Vital Energi’s Strategy of Growth?
We are looking for Mechanical Design engineers to join our design teams located in Blackburn, London and Scotland.
About The Company
Vital Energi are at the forefront of the UK’s low‑carbon energy generating systems of the future. We design, construct, install, operate and maintain environmentally friendly heat and power solutions from renewable energy.
The Role
Reporting to the Principal Engineer (CSA), this role involves a broad range of detailed design including district heating excavation, tunnelling and support design, energy centre design, and general foundation, pipe support, and builders‑work design. You will produce fully detailed designs for the projects team to install, and may also take part in initial project conceptual work, site investigations, client meetings and project submissions.
Key Duties
* Produce the design of energy centres & associated construction infrastructure up to handover.
* Develop the design staff and teams with a ‘hands‑on’ approach to meet quality standards and strict deadlines.
* Review cost implications within design, undertake lifecycle costing analysis, and value engineering.
* Effectively deal with design issues and minimise their impact.
* Lead multi‑disciplinary design & coordination reviews providing technical due diligence.
* Be aware and appreciative of other disciplines including mechanical and electrical.
* Co‑ordinate with our in‑house CAD team and use BIM effectively.
* Proactively ensure compliance with CDM requirements and in‑house design processes.
* Conduct and contribute to HAZOP studies, risk assessments, etc.
* Maintain fluency with current Building Regulations, industry guidance such as RIBA, RICS, ICE and all pertinent legislation.
* Ensure compliance with legislation, engineering best practices and company procedures such as the Building Safety Act, CDM 2015 and Principal Designer duties.
* Assist in specifying the construction aspects for tendering works.
* Work closely with the client to further develop relationships and promote the company.
* Undertake site inspection reports and provide technical support during construction.
The Person
The successful candidates will ideally be qualified at Degree level, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a design/build environment. We are looking for:
* A construction industry professional (Chartered or working towards).
* Experience contributing to design risk reviews.
* Experience with training and mentoring construction design staff.
* Sound understanding of design principles including steel frame, reinforced concrete and traditional construction methods.
* Fluency with current Building Regulations and National Design Specifications (NES/NBS).
* Proficient in AutoCAD (2D).
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to manage time and duties professionally.
* Excellent technical ability and confidence in delivering projects.
* Fluency with the RIBA Plan of Work and relevant design standards and stages.
The Package
* Competitive salary (depending on experience).
* Company car/allowance – experience dependent.
* Contributory company pension scheme.
* Non‑contributory death‑in‑service insurance.
* 33 days holiday including bank holidays.
* Flexible working hour patterns.
* Office based at our head office in Blackburn with occasional travel to sites across the UK.
* Other benefits to be discussed.
Application Process
Applications will be processed within 28 days of receipt. If you have not heard from us within this time period it will mean that your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest in Vital Energi.
EEO Statement
Vital Energi is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/or merit. No job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religious belief, marital status, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements.
Eligibility
Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in the UK and are currently resident in the UK are invited to apply.
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