Mechanical Design Engineer

Kane Group; Banbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent building-services contractor in Banbridge is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team. This role involves designing, planning, and coordinating mechanical project delivery while ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering, alongside 1-2 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD. The company offers numerous benefits, including a cash health plan, pension scheme, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Cash Health Plan

Death in Service cover

Auto Enrolment Pension scheme

Sick Pay Scheme

Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits

Paid professional subscriptions

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Branded clothing

Annual Health Checks

Gym access

Training and development opportunities

Free Onsite parking

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of practical experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer.
• Basic understanding of M&E systems and relevant sector standards.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and co-ordinate mechanical project delivery.
• Provide input on design strategy and conceptual design.
• Undertake design calculations for mechanical installations.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for coordinated MEP designs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Degree in Building Services Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Kane Group are an established, and successful multi-disciplinary building-services solution contractor, with our Head Office based in Banbridge, Northern Ireland.

We're an innovative, forward-thinking company with continued steady growth serving residential, hospitality, education, commercial and healthcare sectors with offices in Northern Ireland, London, Birmingham, Glasgow and the Republic of Ireland.

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer based in Banbridge to be part of our growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, plan and co-ordinate mechanical project delivery
• Provide input on design strategy and conceptual design on mechanical installations.
• Undertake design calculations for the design of mechanical installations within major building projects.
• Design mechanical installations including the production of design drawings and diagrams, to British Standards, Building Regulations and other relevant standards and to meet requirements for energy efficiency and low carbon.
• Participate in design team meetings, technical workshops, and contribute to the preparation of key project documents (e.g., Engineering Reports, Basis of Design).
• Prepare specifications and design stage reports.
• Ensure compliance with current legislation, relevant planning and health and safety regulations as well as best practice.
• Manage client approvals of our design to achieve signed off construction drawings
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams - mechanical, BIM, and external contractors - to produce coordinated MEP designs.

Qualification

• Degree in Building Services Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

Experience & Knowledge

• Basic understanding of M&E systems and relevant sector standards.
• 1-2 years of practical experience working as a Mechanical Design Engineer within building services.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD for design and coordination tasks.

Abilities & Skills

• Good organisational skills, ability to work within a team and on your own initiative.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general ICT tools.
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and professional development.
• Excellent organisation skills with ability to meet deadlines.

Company Benefits

• Cash Health Plan to include Employee Assistance Programme
• 4 x Salary Death in Service cover
• Auto Enrolment Company Pension scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
• Company Sick Pay Scheme, which is available upon successful completion of probation, and increases with service
• Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Variety of employee discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Branded clothing
• Active Social and Wellbeing Committees
• Annual Health Checks
• Full use of onsite state of the art gym
• Awards for long service
• Additional annual leave based on length of service
• Training and development opportunities.
• Free Onsite parking

Kane is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

If you think you have the expertise and knowledge to fulfill this role.