Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Description:

Ark Mechanical & Electrical Services was created in line with the JRL Group’s philosophy of ‘owning the solution’. With MEP vital to the success of every project, the Group identified that dividing the package had the potential to adversely affect the critical path. Taking control of this, Ark M&E provides a complete mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) solution for large complex residential projects.

We require a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Technical team at our head office in Borehamwood.

Role & Responsibilities:

The design and detail modelling of a variety of suite components in order to meet the programme requirements

Managing and meeting cost and weight targets

Communicating effectively and professionally with customers and suppliers, translating technical information

Participating in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process

The selection and application of materials and processes appropriate to each design element

Ensuring the successful integration of each design element with the product as a whole

Checking engineering packages

Generating and/or revising specification

Requirements:

Demonstrable experience and knowledge/qualifications in Mechanical Building Services Engineering design

Autodesk CAD and Microsoft Office packages

Experience of site works including mechanical condition surveys and snagging/inspection during construction works, experience of commissioning witnessing

Experience in specification writing (NBS or NES type) would be beneficial

Experience in thermal modelling/EPC assessment would be beneficial

Experience of sustainable design solutions

Knowledge and application of Building Regulations (Part L, Part F etc.) and appropriate British Standards (heating, natural gas, pipework systems etc.)

Knowledge of RIBA Plan of Work/BSRIA Building Services Design Framework process

Ability to manage workload of multiple projects and prioritise workload

Working as part of a team or autonomously

Writing and verbal communications

Analysing and problem solving

Membership of professional engineering institution (CIBSE/IMechE/IET) – preferred but not essential. We will support candidates looking to progress to CEng/IEng or EngTech level