Senior Mechanical Engineer

Hoare Lea LLP; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to provide design advice and lead mechanical projects. The successful candidate will have proven experience and excellent communication skills. This role promises a collaborative team culture and offers a comprehensive benefits package. Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development are available.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Stock options

Up to 30 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer with complex projects.
• Understanding all mechanical services including HVAC.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary environment with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed mechanical design advice to clients.
• Design mechanical engineering systems using latest software.
• Attend client meetings and site inspections.

Skills

Mechanical design

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Innovation

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

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Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

Senior Mechanical Engineer
Bristol (preferred) or Cardiff

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

We are committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. In joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches knowledge, supports wellbeing, and welcomes individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

About The Role

We have a brand-new opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team based in Bristol. It\'s an exciting time to join our Bristol team. We have a well-established reputation for delivering outstanding design on built environment projects throughout Bristol, the Southwest and further afield. Working alongside a range of specialist engineers and consultants, you will join a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do and offer a supportive, flexible, and high performing work culture.

Bristol is a vibrant and dynamic city with a rich cultural heritage. It also has ambitious growth plans and aims to become a carbon-neutral city in the next 10 years. We have a long-standing history in the city, having worked on many of its landmark sites. As our second-largest office, Bristol is home to more than 100 MEP engineers, and a growing range of specialist disciplines.

As a Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting and delivering designs for a range of project types and sizes. You will work within a multidisciplinary team of engineers and support staff delivering a consistent high-quality service for clients, ensuring that repeat and new business opportunities are developed, and profitability is achieved.

In this key and varied role, you can expect to:

• Provide detailed, coordinated and cost-efficient mechanical design advice to our varied client list.
• Tailor a comprehensive service of specifications, calculations and reports.
• Design mechanical engineering systems at the highest level using the latest software design packages.
• Take responsibility for solid technical delivery in your work either alone or as part of a team.
• Look at new ways of working and taking time out for innovation and research ensuring we keep abreast of our competitors.
• Produce calculations, reports and specifications with good written communication skills.
• Attend DTMs/client meetings and site inspections.
• Work with minimal supervision and you may be responsible for your own individual projects. In this role the ability to react efficiently to multiple tasks and tight deadlines is essential.

About You

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

• Proven experience working as a Mechanical Engineer or closely related role, with a track record delivering on a variety of complex projects.
• Understanding of all mechanical services including heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment, with excellent communication skills with both internal and external clients, and a team-based work approach.
• Use of relevant software/tools such as Revit and AutoCAD.
• Self-awareness, an open mind, and a spirit of generosity.
• Conversant with relevant British Standards.
• Consultancy experience.

How To Apply

To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact [e-mail]. If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

Adjustments and accommodations

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.

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Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Construction

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