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Mechanical Engineer

Job Reference: FJ-5656p

Engineering
Rochester, Kent
£45000 - £60000 per annum
Permanent

Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a busy building services team. The successful candidate will design and develop mechanical building services systems, produce clear technical drawings and documentation, and ensure projects are delivered in line with BSRIA guidance, commissioning processes, and recognised building services design standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop mechanical building services systems for commercial and/or residential projects, including HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, domestic water, and public health systems.
  • Produce detailed technical drawings, schematics, specifications, calculations, and supporting documentation.
  • Prepare and review design reports, equipment schedules, heat loss/gain calculations, and plant selections.
  • Ensure designs comply with BSRIA guidance, relevant building services design standards, and statutory requirements.
  • Lead and coordinate commissioning activities, prepare commissioning plans, witness testing, and ensure successful handover.
  • Work closely with electrical, structural, and architectural teams to integrate services and resolve design/interface issues.
  • Conduct site visits, surveys, and inspections, providing technical support during installation and commissioning.
  • Maintain accurate project records and provide clear client-facing documentation and project updates.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Proven experience designing mechanical building services systems within commercial and/or residential environments.
  • Strong ability to produce technical drawings and documentation using AutoCAD, Revit, or similar CAD/BIM software.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of BSRIA guidance and its application within building services projects.
  • Experience of commissioning processes and practical site commissioning activities.
  • Good understanding of HVAC, public health services, building services design standards, and statutory/regulatory requirements.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.