Senior / Principal Mechanical Building Services Engineer

Overview

The role is varied depending on projects and is not limited to listed duties. This role requires experience in Building Services engineering with a focus on mechanical design and energy performance.

Responsibilities

• Undertake the design and specification of all Mechanical Building Services systems from concept through to detailed design, including heating, cooling, ventilation and public health systems.
• Carry out and support others in the production of detailed calculations using industry standard software tools including Hevacomp, MEPworx and IES.
• Prepare technical specifications, design reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with the BIM team to prepare models and drawings, with a working understanding of Revit.
• Represent AtkinsRéalis at meetings with clients and other professionals.
• Condition surveys, inspections and monitoring of installation and commissioning.
• Manage own workload and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Assist with the technical development of junior team members.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree qualified, or equivalent qualification, in Building Services Engineering / Mechanical Engineering, or related subjects.
• Working towards, or a Chartered Member of CIBSE, IMechE or equivalent body.
• Working experience of common calculation software such as IES, Hevacomp, StabiCAD, Revit, NBS and Microsoft packages. Knowledge of thermal modelling for building compliance and building design optimisation would be beneficial.
• Detailed knowledge of UK technical standards and codes of practice.
• Familiar with energy reduction methods and approaches to decarbonising new and existing buildings.
• Understanding of energy and carbon related data capture and analytics.
• Competent in designing for measurement and verification, including experience of commissioning and post-installation evaluation of performance.

Additional context

At AtkinsRéalis is a leading design, engineering and project management consultancy with a global presence. Our Building Design Practice focuses on delivering sustainable solutions for diverse sectors including Aviation, Energy, Cities and Development, Education, Transportation and Defence. Our team emphasises development opportunities and a hybrid working culture.