Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Bolton, United Kingdom (Hybrid: 2 days per week on-site)

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support advanced construction projects, delivering high-quality mechanical building services designs across healthcare and cleanroom environments. This role suits someone with a strong background in construction/building services, capable of producing coordinated HVAC designs from concept through to construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical building services solutions, with a focus on HVAC systems for bespoke healthcare and cleanroom projects.
• Produce and coordinate detailed drawings and models using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Prepare calculations, schematics, layouts, equipment schedules, specifications, and technical reports.
• Support project delivery from RIBA stages/feasibility through detailed design, tender, and construction support.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure clash-free, compliant designs and effective integration with architectural and MEP elements.
• Ensure designs meet relevant British Standards, Building Regulations, CIBSE guidance, and project-specific requirements.
• Contribute to design reviews, value engineering, and risk management, including HVAC resilience and maintainability considerations.
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and clients; respond to technical queries and site issues during construction phases.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in mechanical design within building services/advanced construction environments.
• Strong HVAC design capability (ventilation, heating and cooling, pressurisation, air distribution, plant selection).
• Experience delivering healthcare and cleanroom projects within building services is highly beneficial.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for production of coordinated drawings/models.
• Good working knowledge of UK codes and standards (e.g., CIBSE, Building Regulations, relevant British Standards).
• Ability to manage priorities, communicate clearly, and collaborate effectively in a hybrid working environment.
• Right to work in the United Kingdom.

Desirable (Bonus)

• Experience on healthcare or pharmaceutical projects (HTM).
• Degree/HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering, and/or progress towards professional registration (e.g., IMechE/CIBSE).

What You’ll Get

• Hybrid working pattern: 2 days per week on-site in Bolton.
• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000.