Mechanical Design EngineerColeman James • Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

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Mechanical Design Engineer

Coleman James

Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

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My client is looking for an experienced Mechanical Building Services Engineer to join their Estates and Facilities Improvements Team. You would be joining a leading, research-intensive team who are committed to delivering world‑class education and driving positive change across the North East of England. This strategic role involves delivering high‑quality, client‑focused in‑house design services for estate‑related projects. You will be involved from inception to completions and this role involves developing and implementing mechanical building services solutions across a wide range of projects including laboratory fit‑outs and infrastructure upgrades, ensuring alignment with client requirements and standards. You'll focus on refurbishing and repurposing existing buildings, support their long‑term maintenance programme, and lead sustainability initiatives within the team. Reporting to the Senior Building Services Engineer, you'll contribute to the design and delivery of both minor and major construction projects. You'll work closely with multi‑disciplinary teams and stakeholders to manage competing priorities and influence project timelines. We're seeking candidates with:
A proven track record in mechanical building services engineering Experience working within multi‑discipline design teams Strong project management and communication skills Onsite experience, client facing and able to make an impact from day 1 Key Responsibilities
Lead multi‑disciplinary projects, delivering cost‑effective engineering and maintenance schemes Produce feasibility reports, budgets, and planning documents; manage financial performance and ensure accurate cost tracking Integrate sustainability into all projects, supporting environmental goals Identify and develop proposals for funding bids related to improvements and long‑term maintenance Act as Principal Designer under CDM 2015, ensuring health & safety compliance and preparing required documentation Ensure adherence to relevant legislation, standards, and best practices (e.g. Building Regs, CIBSE, COSHH) Maintain service quality and meet agreed standards within budget constraints; ensure full cost recovery for external services Prepare mechanical designs, tender documents, and specifications; manage procurement and tender analysis Administer contracts from inception to completion, including programming, cost control, and final account settlement Produce performance reports and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives Liaise with stakeholders to minimise disruption and coordinate project delivery Support project handover and commissioning, ensuring systems meet design and operational standards Provide technical advice to internal teams and external partners on project options and solutions Requirements
Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and standards, including Building Regulations, British Standards, CDM 2015, CIBSE Guidelines, and the Equality Act Proficient in AutoCAD, MEPWorx, Microsoft Office, and other engineering design and specification software Experience managing budgets and delivering cost‑effective projects Clear and effective communicator, with the ability to produce concise technical reports Ability to learn and apply relevant SAP system modules Extensive post‑qualification experience in building services design, construction, and project management Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS) and best practice control strategies Proven ability to work with diverse clients and effectively manage expectations A degree in a relevant discipline, or professional registration as a Chartered (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng), or actively working towards professional qualification This role offers a comprehensive employment package, including competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, excellent pension scheme, and flexible working opportunities. If you are interested please send your CV to Ben
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Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

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