A bit about us…
Founded in 1991 as a sole trade; and fast forward to today, Airco stands as a leading HVAC & Renewables contractor, directly employing more than 200 staff. Proud of our roots in Hull, the business has expanded to provide a now largely national service offering.
Originally, the business predominantly operated as a refrigeration contractor; the business has grown into offering multiple disciplines including air conditioning, ventilation, heating, plumbing and renewables. We provide full service, maintenance, repair, design and installation services for this entire scope to ensure our clients can rely on us for turn key solutions within the industry, including 24/7 365 availability for critical breakdowns.
Job Overview:
Due to continued growth, We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer from a HVAC services background to join our HVAC Projects team.
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be working on multiple projects alongside HVAC Surveyors, working closely with the clients to identify their requirements, design a solution and support the Sales team with pricing in preparation for Installation. This is a full-time role based in Hull, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The position is primarily office-based, with some site visits required.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend site surveys and clients/architect/contractor meetings to get an understanding of the client’s requirements
- Complete any and all necessary calculations such as airflow rates/duct sizes etc
- Propose and design a system that meets the client’s brief
- Liaise closely with manufacturers and suppliers to produce a fully costed technical proposal
- Prepare technical drawings and specifications
- Create a full bill of materials
- Create a drawing pack
- Provide technical support during installation
- On completion produce as fitted drawings
- Analysis and interpret data
Skills & Experience
- HVAC Design background, with substantial experience as a design engineer within mechanical services. You must have experience of air movement.
- Familiar with UK Building Regulations and design standards
- Experience designing solutions for Commercial/Industrial/Retail
- Full competent user of CAD
- The ability to build positive working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders
- Presentation skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Strong computer and mathematical skills
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Sabbatical
Experience:
- AutoCAD: 3 years (required)
- Mechanical design: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
