Design Engineer

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Newbury, London and surrounding areas

Salary: Negotiable and Competitive Salary

Reporting to: Design Manager

About the Role

I am currently working with a well-established mechanical building services contractor specialising in the design, installation and maintenance of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing and associated mechanical systems, who are looking to recruit an experienced Design Engineer to join their growing team.

The business delivers projects across a range of commercial sectors, including healthcare, offices, laboratories and life sciences, providing innovative engineering solutions that ensure buildings operate safely, efficiently and reliably.

The company undertakes projects from initial concept and design development through to installation, commissioning and final handover. Its work requires close coordination with clients, consultants, main contractors and specialist subcontractors to deliver high-quality, energy-efficient mechanical services solutions within agreed budgets and timescales.

The Design Engineer will be responsible for developing and delivering mechanical building services designs, ensuring that all engineering solutions meet client requirements, technical specifications, relevant industry standards and project objectives. The successful candidate will work closely with the wider project and engineering teams, providing technical expertise and design support throughout the project lifecycle, from initial design and planning through to installation and completion.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Produce mechanical building services designs for HVAC, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and plumbing systems.
• Prepare detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings, layouts, schematics and technical specifications.
• Carry out mechanical design calculations, including heating and cooling loads, ventilation and pipe sizing.
• Undertake design reviews to ensure technical accuracy and compliance.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors and suppliers to resolve technical queries.
• Coordinate mechanical designs with other building services disciplines.
• Review technical submittals, equipment selections and manufacturer specifications.
• Provide technical support to project and site teams throughout installation and commissioning.
• Attend site visits and surveys to establish design requirements.
• Ensure designs are cost-effective, energy-efficient and suitable for installation.
• Manage design changes and maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Work across multiple projects, ensuring designs are delivered within agreed timescales.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in mechanical building services design, particularly HVAC.
• Strong knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and plumbing systems.
• Experience producing mechanical design drawings and calculations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP or similar design software.
• Good understanding of British Standards, building regulations and industry requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and engineering drawings.
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering desirable.

If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply directly or send your updated CV to me, and we can arrange a confidential conversation to discuss the role further.