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Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services)
Location: Kent
Salary: Up to £65k + benefits (depending on experience)

About our client:
They are a well-established Mechanical and Electrical engineering consultancy based in Kent. With over 50 years of experience, the firm provides engineering services, design, and asset management for the built environment. Currently, FHP ESS is enthusiastic about expanding its team of MEP and Sustainability professionals.

Vision Statement:
Committed to making a positive contribution, they aspire to be the leading global provider of eco-conscious engineering solutions for the human-centric built environment.

Summary - Senior Mechanical Engineer:
Reporting to the Associate Director, the Senior Mechanical Engineer will work across diverse sectors, undertaking various design projects, including commercial, residential, industrial, education, plant replacement, and sustainability. Responsibilities encompass project design, management, and supervision, with coordination across disciplines. The role also involves Technical Due Diligence (TDD), dilapidation surveys, PPM, and audit surveys of M&E installations within buildings.

Responsibilities and Duties:
Design, manage, and supervise projects, establishing client briefs, technical requirements, and cost plans.
Agree on the level of service, project duties, and fee relationships for each project.
Assist in monitoring engineering/CAD resource requirements.
Undertake engineering concept design, tender, and on-site contract supervision to completion.
Liaise with the design team to produce coordinated designs and contribute positively to design/project meetings.
Manage and participate in site inspections, building service audits, and various surveys.
Monitor project progress, design variations, and financial budgets.
Maintain client and design team relationships for high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
Pursue new business opportunities with existing and new clients.
Assist in identifying and implementing personal training and CPD requirements.
Contribute to developing working practices within the Company.
Implement and manage QA systems and procedures on all projects.
Implement company health and safety measures and ensure designs comply with CDM regulations.
Implement requirements for ISO9001 and ISO4001.

Qualifications and Skills:
Preferably at least 5 years' experience and/or a degree in Building Services engineering.
In-depth knowledge of Building Services practices, procedures, and standards, particularly principles of Electrical and Mechanical Design and Engineering Compliance.
Proficient in the use of Office 365, IES, TAS, MEPworx, or similar design programs. Working knowledge of CAD and Revit is advantageous.
Advantages include registration and/or membership in relevant institutions (e.g., CEng, IEng, MCIBSE, MIET).
Conscientious and focused professional outlook.
Ability to think innovatively and efficiently in solving engineering and commercial problems.
Highly motivated with a strong aptitude to learn and develop skills.
Potential for acting as a Team Leader on multi-discipline projects.
Positive and friendly team approach.
Mentor and guide Junior Engineers, including Graduates.
Enthusiastic and willing personality to handle client relationships and develop them further.

Additional Qualifications:
Commercial awareness skills.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage and prioritise own workload.

Benefits Include:
28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
Auto-Enrolment Pensions Scheme.
Healthcare with discounted gym membership included.
Life Insurance.
Flexible and hybrid working opportunities upon agreement.
Professional membership subscription.
Assistance with Professional registration.



Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer

Benefits: Circa £65k