Westlakes Recruit
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Job Location
Woolston, United Kingdom
Job Description
Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Senior Mechanical Engineer with a Building Services bias and a background in the nuclear sector to be engaged on a permanent basis; the role offers flexible hybrid working with occasional travel to the clients Warrington office.
What you can expect to do:
You will be responsible for delivery of Mechanical Building Services design & engineering within that department, including the production of design documentation, design substantiation, as well as checking and approval of the work of other engineers & designers.
Lead design strategies for mechanical heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, and other building services systems, ensuring they meet project requirements and industry standards.
Ensure compliance with relevant building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards, such as LEED, BREEAM, or local energy efficiency requirements.
Implement best practices in sustainable and energy-efficient design, utilizing new technologies, renewable energy sources, and smart building systems.
Perform technical audits and peer reviews of engineering designs to ensure quality, safety, and performance standards.
Collaborate with our in-house multidisciplinary team and external third-party consultants to deliver integrated design consultancy services on projects.
You will be responsible for supporting and training more junior members of the MEP teamThe successful Engineer will have the following experience and qualifications:
Qualified to a minimum of HND level and preferably have a good relevant engineering degree.
Incorporated Engineer and working towards chartership.
Membership of CIBSE, or a relevant and equivalent professional body
Strong experience in mechanical building services design from working in a range of market sectors, with a strong understanding of design principles and the ability to apply them.
Understanding and knowledge using IES and AUTOCAD.
Prepares detailed technical reports, cost estimates, and design specifications with minimal oversight.
Ensures design compliance with regulatory standards, client requirements, and project specifications.
Ability to provide support to junior engineers.Ideal Additional Qualifications / Skills:
Knowledge of Electrical building services design.
Have a working knowledge of appropriate nuclear standards and specifications as well as general engineering standards.
Experience in the nuclear sector, including new build and decommissioning projects.
Using Revit to be able to amend and investigate Revit models to ensure that the output is correct and appropriate. We can train someone in this, if required.
You will also be self-motivated with an ability to work autonomously where required.For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit
Why We're Different: Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives.
Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge.
We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them! We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear.
Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future: As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities
Location: Woolston, GB
Posted Date: 12/21/2024
What you can expect to do:
You will be responsible for delivery of Mechanical Building Services design & engineering within that department, including the production of design documentation, design substantiation, as well as checking and approval of the work of other engineers & designers.
Lead design strategies for mechanical heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, and other building services systems, ensuring they meet project requirements and industry standards.
Ensure compliance with relevant building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards, such as LEED, BREEAM, or local energy efficiency requirements.
Implement best practices in sustainable and energy-efficient design, utilizing new technologies, renewable energy sources, and smart building systems.
Perform technical audits and peer reviews of engineering designs to ensure quality, safety, and performance standards.
Collaborate with our in-house multidisciplinary team and external third-party consultants to deliver integrated design consultancy services on projects.
You will be responsible for supporting and training more junior members of the MEP teamThe successful Engineer will have the following experience and qualifications:
Qualified to a minimum of HND level and preferably have a good relevant engineering degree.
Incorporated Engineer and working towards chartership.
Membership of CIBSE, or a relevant and equivalent professional body
Strong experience in mechanical building services design from working in a range of market sectors, with a strong understanding of design principles and the ability to apply them.
Understanding and knowledge using IES and AUTOCAD.
Prepares detailed technical reports, cost estimates, and design specifications with minimal oversight.
Ensures design compliance with regulatory standards, client requirements, and project specifications.
Ability to provide support to junior engineers.Ideal Additional Qualifications / Skills:
Knowledge of Electrical building services design.
Have a working knowledge of appropriate nuclear standards and specifications as well as general engineering standards.
Experience in the nuclear sector, including new build and decommissioning projects.
Using Revit to be able to amend and investigate Revit models to ensure that the output is correct and appropriate. We can train someone in this, if required.
You will also be self-motivated with an ability to work autonomously where required.For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit
Why We're Different: Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives.
Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge.
We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them! We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear.
Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future: As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities
Location: Woolston, GB
Posted Date: 12/21/2024
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