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• Senior Mechanical Engineer

  Tyne & Wear - Newcastle

  to £38 per hour (Inside ir35)

  Contract

  Leading global professional services PLC company. As their business grows and continues to develop, they are looking to reinforce the Building Services team with the appointment of an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer in their Newcastle office. This role will suit an experienced mechanical engineer who is looking to develop and progress in an environment where your efforts and talent are recognised. This is an exciting time for them, and they can offer the right individual the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects with Blue-Chip Developers in a friendly and vibrant team. What you'll be doing: In this role you will produce detailed design calculations and sketches in accordance with the project requirements and as such a sound knowledge of technical engineering design relevant to the role is required - liaising with both Senior Engineers and Engineering Technicians regarding design and drawing as part of this dynamic team that believes in absolute delivery. Work will typically be undertaken in conjunction with a Mechanical Associate assisting in the survey, design, specification, and contract administration process of the projects. The work will be a mixture of survey, design work, office-based project administration, and site attendances.

  • Carrying out detailed Mechanical Building Services Design Engineering on new build and refurbishment construction projects.
  • Assist senior staff in feasibility studies, concept, and scheme design stages.
  • Attend design team meetings alongside other staff members.
  • Inspect and report on mechanical building services systems.
  • Undertake Mechanical design work consisting of surveys, design, drawings, and specifications for projects. Work in conjunction with other design team members as required as part of an overall project team. Ensure the design and maintenance of building systems meet legislative and health and safety requirements.
  • Utilise Building Services software for calculations.
  • Produce marked-up drawings for CAD by others or direct CAD design drawings for issue.
  • Select and specify products, equipment, and installation standards relating to Mechanical services suitable for the costing and installation by Contractors.
  • Attend project design meetings, technical meetings, value engineering workshops, and risk workshops as required by the project in conjunction with more senior staff.

  Who we're looking for: To be successful in this role you will most likely have a degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering and experience commensurate with the underpinning and knowledge requirements for Incorporated Engineer aligned to either IMechE or CIBSE requirements. Ability to design principle mechanical systems taken from a concept level of design through to detailed design (BSRIA BG6 Stage 4A) including:

  • Ventilation design
  • Chilled water
  • Comfort Cooling design
  • Domestic hot and cold water systems / Public Health
  • Heating systems
  • Above Ground drainage
  • HVAC control principles
  • Use of  Hevacomp / IES or equivalent
  • Ability to view and interpret drawings in AutoCAD
  • Understanding of Building Regulations Part L compliance associated with the systems above
  • Use of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel

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• Electrical Engineer – Critical Systems

  London Hybrid - City, EC4

  £72 per hour (Inside ir35)

  Contract

  Client: Full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental, and consulting firm. Founded in 1898, headquartered in the USA with a global presence of 75 offices worldwide and employing c10,000 staff. Specialising in providing comprehensive solutions for a variety of industries, including energy, aerospace, water, transportation, environmental, and industrial sectors. The firm is committed to delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable solutions and offer a wide range of services, from conceptual design and detailed engineering to construction management and ongoing operations support. With a reputation for excellence they are renowned for their client focused approach and have a proven track record of delivering complex projects worldwide. As a 100% employee-owned company, it emphasizes a strong culture of collaboration, professional growth, and community involvement, creating an environment where employees are empowered to lead and make a lasting impact on the projects they work on. Role: You will be working as part of our multidiscipline team of Project Managers, Architects and Engineers in our London Office delivering Data Centre projects across RIBA Work Stages 1-5 for projects in UK and Europe. You will work under the direction of the Technical Director/Principal Engineers responsible for the projects but be capable of working independently and supervising Assistant Engineers to deliver designs / compliance reviews in accordance with the Client’s requirements / Project Basis of Design and related National Standards, according to mutually agreed time allocations. Duties:

  • Lead electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
  • Management of the delivery of design, 2D or 3D modelling work undertaken by remote design offices.
  • Prepare electrical equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets.
  • Review electrical equipment vendor drawings, data interface with suppliers, clients other engineering disciplines, detailers, designers.
  • Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning.
  • Participate in the development of project schedule, scope, budget, staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for the effective management of change orders.
  • Apply expert knowledge of commonly used electrical concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.
  • Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find non-standard design solutions.
  • Quality review production drawings and project related data as required by the project managers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
  • Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of electrical systems.
  • Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations.
  • Prepare and present technical reports for clients.
  • Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
  • Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
  • Responsible for QA/QC process adherence (review and checking of their own and work undertaken by engineers under their supervision prior to this being offered for final review).
  • Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
  • Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Comply with all policies and standards.

  Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science/Engineering in Electrical Engineering or related degree/international qualification.
  • Chartered Status preferred.
  • CSCS Card holder preferred.

  Skills: Appropriate candidates shall have the following relevant experience and skills:

  • A minimum of 8 years’ post graduate electrical services design experience including 2 years’ experience delivering the MV/LV electrical services designs for Data Centre projects.
  • Performed the role of Compliance Monitoring/Technical Advisor on Contractor Design and Build projects with an understanding of application of The Employer’s Requirements. Including but not limited to:
    • Reviewing Contractor’s design proposals
    • Technical Submittals
    • Working / Installation drawings
    • Equipment manufacturers shop drawings
  • Experience of undertaking site inspections of electrical services installations for compliance with the design / Specification materials and workmanship and Statutory Requirements.
  • Demonstrate a knowledge of the design of resilient MV/LV electrical distribution systems to provide concurrently maintainable and fault tolerant systems.
  • Competent in the design of LV distribution systems with a working knowledge of BS7671 and IEC 60364 and in the use of Trimble Electrical Designer 2D.
  • Competent to undertake internal lighting designs and in the use of DIALux.
  • Competent in the use of Revit to produce 2D SLDs and 3D models.
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail, collaboration, time management and problem-solving skills.
  • Critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving team environment.

  Preferred:

  • Experience of electrical design on projects in Finland, Germany, Iceland or Italy.
  • Knowledge of MV/LV power system analysis and competent in the use of Etap.

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• Intermediate Electrical Engineer

  Shropshire Hybrid - Shrewsbury

  to £50,000 per annum + benefits

  Permanent

  Client: Successful sustainability-driven MEPH consultancy that helps to design, deliver and manage technical engineering solutions to the built environment. They have an enviable client base of blue-chip international companies, including global property advisors, institutional fund managers and facilities management organisations. They deliver asset performance management through applied building physics and traditional MEP consultancy, using a ‘software first’ approach. A team of intelligent, passionate and dedicated professionals who are all experts in their fields. Their approach is to provide an exceptional level of service, delivered by experienced professionals, whilst ensuring solutions are practical, simple to understand and tailored to each client’s specific requirements. Role: To support growth in the business, they are seeking a highly motivated and talented Intermediate Electrical Engineer. This position offers a very exciting opportunity to work with high-profile blue-chip companies delivering a broad spectrum of sustainability services. This is a fantastic opportunity to join in a role that offers great career potential. Passion and a determination to deliver excellence are essential qualities, as is a commercially astute and innovative approach to delivering client solutions. The role is hybrid working (depending on the geographic location of the successful candidate). UK-wide travel will be required, as will periodic attendance to our head office located in Shrewsbury, West-Midlands. Responsibilities: This is a varied and exciting opportunity for an experienced Intermediate Electrical Engineer who has the drive and passion to make an immediate impact on a small, growing business. The core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Design of low-voltage electrical installations, typically working from RIBA work-stage 0 to 5.
  • Working with the team on the design of electrical infrastructures, to include cable sizing, load calculations, and marking up general arrangement/layout drawings.
  • Work with the team to develop real building lifecycle and upgrade strategies contributing to improved energy performance.
  • Delivery of sustainability accreditations and supporting documentation (such as BREEAM).
  • Supporting the delivery of energy efficiency solutions to clients to reduce operational costs and improve building asset ratings.
  • Supporting project teams by way of quality monitoring of contractor design/development, calculations, and their physical installations.

  Essential Skills:

  • Minimum of three years industry experience working in building services electrical design.
  • Formal qualifications in electrical design. A degree is not essential providing a track record of practical training and qualification has been completed.
  • Strong analytical skills, ability to recognise and solve problems.
  • Ability to coordinate electrical requirements with associated MEP skillsets/requirements.
  • Highly articulate and numerate.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to engage and drive within complex and agile team structures.
  • Ability to prepare technical specification documents, such as scoping of works.
  • Ability to contribute to written reports and presentations for a diverse range of audiences.
  • An autonomous approach, with the capability of planning one’s own workload (recognising deadlines) and communicating effectively.
  • Good IT skills (Word/Excel/Microsoft Office).
  • Full UK driving licence.

  Desired Skills:

  • Membership of a professional engineering body (such as MCIBSE or MIET).
  • Experience in the design of fire safety systems.
  • Experience in the design of low-voltage switch panel systems.
  • Experience in the design of building energy management systems (BEMS) and control panels/control strategies.
  • Proficient in software packages such as Amtech and Autocad/Revit.

  Benefits:

  • Work as part of a small, close-knit team of dedicated and enthusiastic professionals.
  • Opportunity to work with large, blue chip clients.
  • Excellent ongoing professional development support, with training allowance.
  • An incredibly varied role, with lots of opportunity to make a difference to different areas of the business.
  • 25 days annual leave per year plus public holiday entitlement. Employee pension scheme (after qualifying period).
  • Company health care scheme (after qualifying period).
  • Discretionary bonus

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