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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:

* Assist in the mechanical design and provide engineering support to the project team across a variety of projects.

* Collaborate with senior engineers in producing mechanical services designs that meet client requirements and company standards.

* Develop specifications, drawings, schedules, and cost estimates for mechanical systems.

* Ensure designs comply with relevant Building Regulations, including Renewable Technologies, IES Thermal Modelling, SAPs, SBEM Calculations, EPCs, BREEAM, GLA London Plan, and Passivhaus Standards.

* Conduct site surveys and assist with feasibility studies and condition reports across multiple UK locations.

* Communicate with clients and attend meetings to address project requirements and ensure expectations are met.

* Assist with the production of design calculations and tender documentation.

* Support in monitoring project financials, assisting with budget costing for mechanical services.

* Ensure compliance with industry regulations, including CIBSE Guides, CDM Regulations, British Standards, and Energy & Sustainability Legislation.

* Maintain mechanical standards and best practices, ensuring designs meet company quality benchmarks.

* Use AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Hevacomp, IES VE, and Microsoft Project to develop and implement mechanical designs.

* Conduct quality inspections on projects and report any deviations from design standards.

* Support Senior Engineers with mentoring junior staff and contributing to team development.

Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer Required Experience and Skills:

* HNC, HND, or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

* Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design within a consultancy environment or contractor design capacity.

* 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.

* Basic proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Hevacomp, and IES VE.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Project).

* A full UK driving licence is required.

* Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior engineers and clients.

Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer Benefits:

* 25 days holidays plus bank holidays, discretionary bonus scheme, pension, and training opportunities.

* 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