Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer Location: Mostly home based with occasional office visits (Cumbria) Payrate: £50 per hour, Outside IR35 Duration: 12 month contract Specification: The skill set and passion for engineering with the ability to manage and deliver mechanical engineering design across a wide range of sectors Experienced in the delivery of mechanical services scope of work across multiple projects, as part of a multi discipline design team. Carrying out any or all stages of mechanical design from concept to completion as required by the project Experienced in low carbon and net zero carbon design Experience in the delivering of mechanical building services projects from concept through to handover Knowledge and experience in a range of digital tools including AutoCAD, AutoDesk Revit, IES thermal and energy modelling packages, Hevacomp, NBS and Microsoft packages Proven track record of services project delivery, together with notable projects across a variety of sectors in mechanical services design Proven ability to develop designs conscious of energy conservation, sustainability and with a knowledge basis of renewable technologies Fully conversant with technical and legislation requirements for mechanical services equipment and installation design and management. Have a good knowledge of appropriate technical standards with knowledge of Defence standards being beneficial Able to take charge of project deliverables, make decisions on developing the discipline design elements, act on own initiative and operate in a pro-active way Minimum requirements: Holds (or meets the criteria to hold) security clearance to MOD SC level Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to influence and negotiate both internally and externally with an open and inclusive style and a positive attitude Educated to at least degree level in mechanical engineering, building services engineering or architectural engineering Experience of Pipe Design Experience detailing and doing GD&T as well Very proficient in CAD modelling and drawing to BS8888 in inventor. Chartered and member of relevant body (working towards this will be considered) Self-motivated, with the ability to work on own initiative and the confidence to make decisions Ability to work well collaboratively, both internally and with external partners Relevant experience in mechanical consultancy engineering Senior Mechanical Engineer