Associate or Senior Associate Mechanical Engineer
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About Us
Hoare Lea is a human‑centric and planet‑conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and beyond. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability. Our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem‑solving skills to bring buildings to life, ensuring design excellence and operational performance. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can realise their potential, and support professional and technical development through a 9‑day fortnight scheme, community groups, events, and extensive learning programmes. Our benefits include private medical cover, electric‑vehicle salary‑sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.
About the Role
We have a brand‑new opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate Mechanical Engineer to join our team based in our Leeds office with a focus on healthcare buildings. Located in the heart of the city, you will be based in Leeds but work across a wider geography, contributing to the transformation of healthcare facilities with wellbeing‑focused design that positively impacts patient recovery.
* Be in a client‑facing role, attending project meetings and disseminating the brief within the project team. You will need to be personable and a good communicator.
* Lead the development of initial strategic concepts for projects ensuring solutions are appropriate for the brief and regulatory standards.
* Take responsibility for solid technical delivery in your work either alone or as part of a team.
* Engage with junior support staff in their day‑to‑day activities and offer advice and guidance to ensure that they develop their skills and we get the best out of our people.
* Work as part of the Firm‑wide Group, to gain experience and understanding from others, and to support and disseminate knowledge to others in the Firm.
* Be financially astute and work with the team leader to help monitor fee expenditure, resources and work delivered.
* Look at new ways of working and taking time out for innovation and research ensuring we keep abreast of our competitors.
* Create and maintain a high reputation within the industry and ensure adherence to QM and risk control procedures.
About You
* Proven experience working as a Mechanical Engineer or closely related role, with a track record delivering on a variety of complex projects within the Healthcare sector.
* Understanding of all mechanical services including heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
* Experience working in a multi‑disciplinary environment, with excellent communication skills with both internal and external clients, and a team‑based work approach.
* Use of relevant software/tools such as Revit and AutoCAD.
* Self‑awareness, an open mind, and a spirit of generosity.
* Conversant with relevant British Standards.
* Previous consultancy experience, you will appreciate the importance of complementary specialisms such as acoustics, fire engineering and computer modelling in the design of buildings and be adept at analysing and interpreting their impact on your work.
How To Apply
To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact aureliacherradi@hoarelea.com. If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. Successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.
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