Mechanical Design Project Lead

J&B Hopkins Ltd; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job description

Since 1978, Hopkins has been a business built on family values that has grown from strength to strength.

Currently, we have over 200 people working across the business. Some of whom have been with us since the beginning!

Our ethos is to promote from within our own team whenever we can. So, developing our people is vital to our success.

From Early Careers to Director level, we are always looking to find great people to join our team.

Salary: Circa £60,000

Hours: 40hpw

Contract: Permanent

About The Company

At Hopkins, our mission is to consistently provide exceptional customer service and unparalleled industry expertise. Our vision is to self-deliver sustainable projects from design through installation, and to maintain buildings so they operate according to original design principles. To achieve this, we have assembled a team of dedicated, innovative, and creative professionals who never settle for "just average."

Join a well-established M&E contractor recently recognized as one of the top 25 in the UK. With offices in Segensworth, Shoreham, and Egham, we offer a great work-life balance and a family-oriented culture.

About The Role

We are seeking Senior Mechanical Design Engineers to contribute to the successful delivery of innovative electrical design solutions.

If you are eager to be involved in overseeing innovative design projects and see your and your team's designs through to completion, then Hopkins is the place for you.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to manage and deliver technically excellent, profitable projects from design to completion.
• Overseeing design development, monitoring project fees and schedules, reviewing designs, and maintaining effective communication with the team and stakeholders.
• Engaging in diverse tasks such as designing, drawing, setting up meetings and workshops, and more.

Skills and Background:

• Significant experience in mechanical engineering, with a proven track record of contributing to large-scale projects and exceeding client expectations.
• Proficient in IT-based calculation and spreadsheet software, with skills in Dialux, Relux, Amtech, and Revit.

Our Commitment to You

As a key member of our team, you will be encouraged to develop yourself further using all the tools made available to you by the business.

We also offer a host of benefits across our business, including:

• Flexible Holiday Scheme
• Onsite Gym
• Flexible Working
• Staff Social Events
• Time off to commit to charity work and good causes
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Company Contribution towards Eye Welfare
• Employer Assistance Programme that goes above and beyond

Be Yourself

Our clients come from all walks of life and so do our colleagues. That's why we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. At Hopkins, we believe everyone is capable of achieving great things - no matter your age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We celebrate difference and everything that makes our colleagues unique.

To make your journey with us accessible and individual to you, we encourage you to let us know if you'd like a little extra help with your application, or if you have any individual requirements at any stage along your recruitment journey. We are here to support you, so please reach out to our team.