Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer

S&D Trade Recruitment is supporting our client based in Croydon in their search for an Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer. This role presents a fantastic opportunity to work alongside senior engineers, offering support and contributing to the delivery of high-quality mechanical design solutions for a range of projects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in mechanical systems design, with a strong background in consultancy environments or contract design. You'll work on projects from start to finish, ensuring compliance and excellence in every aspect. Projects will include Education, Residential (New Build & Refurbishment), Commercial Buildings, Decarbonisation Initiatives, and Condition & Acquisition Surveys.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm with an hour for lunch.

Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 depending on experience.

Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the mechanical design and provide engineering support to the project team across a variety of projects.
2. Collaborate with senior engineers in producing mechanical services designs that meet client requirements and company standards.
3. Develop specifications, drawings, schedules, and cost estimates for mechanical systems.
4. Ensure designs comply with relevant Building Regulations, including Renewable Technologies, IES Thermal Modelling, SAPs, SBEM Calculations, EPCs, BREEAM, GLA London Plan, and Passivhaus Standards.
5. Conduct site surveys and assist with feasibility studies and condition reports across multiple UK locations.
6. Communicate with clients and attend meetings to address project requirements and ensure expectations are met.
7. Assist with the production of design calculations and tender documentation.
8. Support in monitoring project financials, assisting with budget costing for mechanical services.
9. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, including CIBSE Guides, CDM Regulations, British Standards, and Energy & Sustainability Legislation.
10. Maintain mechanical standards and best practices, ensuring designs meet company quality benchmarks.
11. Use AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Hevacomp, IES VE, and Microsoft Project to develop and implement mechanical designs.
12. Conduct quality inspections on projects and report any deviations from design standards.
13. Support Senior Engineers with mentoring junior staff and contributing to team development.

Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer Required Experience and Skills:

1. HNC, HND, or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design within a consultancy environment or contractor design capacity.
3. Solid knowledge of current Building Regulations / GLA London Plan / Renewable technologies / Thermal Modelling / SAPs/ SBEM Calculations/ EPC's / BREEAM / Passivhaus Standards / CIBSE TM59 / Overheating strategies and calculations competence in producing detailed reports, specifications, and tender documentation.
4. Basic proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Hevacomp, and IES VE.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Project).
6. A full UK driving licence is required.
7. Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior engineers and clients.

Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer Benefits:

1. 25 days holidays plus bank holidays, discretionary bonus scheme, pension, and training opportunities.
2. All petrol expenses outside of normal commute are reimbursed, including additional project-related expenses.

This job is being advertised by S&D Trade Recruitment, who are operating as an employment business and is acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client.