Mechanical Project Engineer – HVAC / Building Services

Hinkley Point C, Somerset | £55,000–£57,000 + Project Uplift + Lodging Allowance

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Mechanical project engineering on a major UK infrastructure and energy construction project at Hinkley Point C, Somerset, near Bridgwater.

You will be joining an established specialist engineering contractor delivering complex mechanical engineering, HVAC and building services installations within a technically demanding environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable Mechanical Project Engineer / HVAC Project Engineer to develop their career on a prestigious, large-scale project, working alongside experienced engineering, construction and project management professionals.

An attractive project-specific remuneration package is available for eligible candidates working away from home.

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The Mechanical Project Engineer role itself, where you will support the technical coordination and successful delivery of mechanical engineering packages from design through installation, testing and commissioning.  More specifically:

• Coordinating mechanical engineering activities across design, procurement, fabrication and site installation.

• Reviewing HVAC drawings, mechanical specifications and technical documentation.

• Working with design engineers, project managers, suppliers and subcontractors.

• Supporting design reviews, technical queries and engineering problem-solving.

• Reviewing equipment specifications, materials and technical submissions.

• Coordinating installation of mechanical systems, packaged plant and associated building services.

• Monitoring installation quality, engineering compliance and project progress.

• Supporting inspections, testing, commissioning and technical handovers.

• Liaising with fabrication and manufacturing teams regarding equipment and materials.

• Maintaining engineering records, design changes, technical queries and progress reports.

• Supporting commissioning documentation, O&M manuals and project completion.

• Identifying technical risks and helping resolve engineering issues affecting programme, quality or cost.

You will have

To succeed as Mechanical Project Engineer / HVAC Project Engineer, you will have a solid technical background in mechanical engineering, HVAC or building services, together with practical project delivery experience.  More specifically:

• Experience in mechanical project engineering or a similar technical delivery role.

• HNC/HND minimum in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services or a related discipline.

• Understanding of HVAC systems, ductwork, pipework and mechanical installations.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.

• Knowledge of mechanical fabrication, equipment installation and engineering standards.

• Experience coordinating design, suppliers, subcontractors and site teams.

• Understanding of engineering change control, quality and technical documentation.

• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.

• Good awareness of project programmes, costs and engineering risks.

Experience of modular mechanical systems, packaged plantrooms, DW/144 ductwork standards or highly regulated projects would be advantageous. A relevant degree would also be welcomed but is not essential.

You will get

As Mechanical Project Engineer, you will enjoy:

• Basic salary of £55,000–£57,000 per annum.

• Additional 15% salary uplift while working on eligible Hinkley Point projects.

• £28,500 annual lodging allowance while working on eligible Hinkley Point projects, subject to your home address being at least 50 miles from site.

• Indicative combined annual package of £91,750–£94,050 where all allowances apply.

• Additional company benefits – details to be confirmed.

• Experience delivering major UK energy infrastructure.

• Opportunities for technical and professional development.

The project uplift and lodging allowance apply only during qualifying Hinkley Point project assignments and are not permanent additions to basic salary.

You can apply

To this Mechanical Project Engineer / HVAC Project Engineer opportunity by pushing the button on this job posting (recommended), or by sending your CV in confidence to anthony@macstaff.co.uk.

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