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Mechanical Design Engineer

Employer
Hays Building
Location
West Midlands, Birmingham
Salary
£30000.0 - £60000.0 per annum + £30,000 TO £60,000 + Car/Allowance
Closing date
21 Feb 2025
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Job position
Consultant
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Job Function
Contractor - Building Services

Job Details

Your new company
A well-established organisation with over 15 years of experience in commercial, industrial, and residential projects, typically ranging from £2 million to £9 million in value. The company is known for its strong emphasis on quality and innovation in design and construction.
Your new role
As a Design Engineer, you will be responsible for creating and producing working design drawings for handover to contracts for delivery. You will maintain a close working relationship with the contracts team from start to finish and collaborate with the design team from inception to completion. Your role will involve maintaining and updating all design-related information, issues, and coordination with the project team. You will also attend design meetings with clients and use design software such as AutoCAD LT, Bentley Hevacomp, CIBSE, and BSRIA.
What you'll need to succeed
Strong understanding of client specifications and the ability to provide appropriate advice.Experience in establishing customer needs, considering cost and environmental value engineering.
Knowledge of current and forthcoming industry legislation and standards.
Ability to produce detailed design specifications, technical submittals, design development drawings/sketches, BWC information, construction drawings, and as-fitted drawings.
Clear understanding of how designed systems will operate.
Effective communication skills for attending design meetings with clients.
Proficiency in design software/guides such as AutoCAD LT, Bentley Hevacomp, CIBSE, BSRIA, etc.
Ability to prioritise matters, follow up on issues, and successfully negotiate with suppliers, sub-contractors, and clients.
Experience in conducting site surveys and delivering design information and drawings within agreed timescales.
Team player with the ability to actively contribute to meetings and raise concerns at their onset.
What you'll get in return

  • Competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £60,000, with potential for a car or allowance depending on level.
  • 23 days of annual leave, increasing with length of service.
  • Working hours: 8 to 5 (Mon to Thurs), 8 to 3 (Fridays).
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment with a focus on quality and client satisfaction.
  • Continuous professional development and training opportunities to enhance your skills and career growth.

What you need to do now


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Company

Company Profile

Hays Construction and Property consultants have unparalleled recruiting expertise and an in-depth knowledge of the UK jobs market.

We are fully committed to finding job seekers the right job for the right reason. We place building specialists into every kind of position, including building, construction, architectural, project management, surveying and engineering jobs.

Our expert consultants offer a personalised recruitment service and will give you careers advice to ensure that you achieve your work ambitions.

Visit hays.co.uk for more information.

 

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