Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer

Graduate Mechanical Engineer – Building Services

Locations: Manchester, Leeds or Birmingham

Our Purpose – Engineering with an Eye to the Future

We deliver high-quality, sustainable engineering solutions that work for today and for future generations. By investing in our people and fostering a strong culture of learning, we deliver great projects at the cutting edge of design.

Our Passion – A Creative Approach to Engineering

A person-centred approach underpins everything we do. It goes hand in hand with our ability to understand and solve complex engineering challenges through high-quality technical solutions. Projects are delivered smoothly, with creativity applied to overcoming the challenges faced by clients and the wider communities they serve.

Role Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in Building Services Engineering as a Graduate Mechanical Engineer. You will join a highly experienced and successful team within our Manchester, Leeds, or Birmingham office, gaining hands-on experience across a wide range of projects.

Working closely with senior engineers, you will contribute to the scheming, design, coordination, drawing, and checking of mechanical services designs. You will be expected to prepare accurate designs, identify risks and opportunities, and communicate effectively with the project team and clients. You will also support Senior Engineers by providing regular updates on programme, progress, and delivery.

Role & Responsibilities

• Prepare design calculations and drawings for the full range of mechanical building services under the supervision of a Senior Engineer.

• Support Senior Engineers in delivering projects from initial concept through to completion.

• Assist with coordinating designs, identifying risks, options, and opportunities, and contributing to technical solutions.

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with team members, clients, and other construction professionals.

• Manage individual tasks within agreed timeframes and delivery dates, discussing any required deadline extensions with your line manager.

• Attend client, design team, and project meetings as required.

• Support senior staff on site investigations, inspections, issue identification, and problem-solving.

• Provide regular updates to Senior Engineers on programme and delivery progress.

• Follow instructions while being confident to ask questions where clarification is required.

• Demonstrate initiative and manage time effectively.

Training & Professional Development

• Maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in line with CIBSE and/or IMechE requirements.

• Work towards Chartered Engineer status, supported by a mentor and experienced colleagues.

• Gain exposure to high-quality, sustainable projects that support long-term professional growth.

Qualifications & Membership

• HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.

• Graduate Member of a relevant professional institution (e.g. CIBSE, IMechE, or equivalent), or working towards membership.

Why Work With Us?

• A supportive and collaborative working environment within an experienced engineering team.

• A business that values work–life balance and recognises the benefits this brings to individuals and the wider organisation.

• Opportunities to get involved in company, charity, and sports events.

• A culture that encourages learning, creativity, and professional development.

• Clear pathways for career progression and long-term growth.