Mechanical Design Engineer

2 weeks ago

Kilkenny, Kilkenny, Ireland Lawler Consulting Full time

Lawler Consulting is a successful multi-disciplinary building services engineering business. Our headquarters are based in Kilkenny and a client base that stretches across Ireland, the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.

Our CIBSE award-winning practice has successfully completed more than 6,500 commissions, which has cultivated a wealth of in-house experience that is demonstrated through numerous projects. We place a great emphasis on our staff, learning and development, and progression. As we enter an accelerated growth phase across several business sectors, we are seeking professional & enthusiastic Engineers to meet the demand for our services.

We are currently looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer (Intermediate/Senior level, depending on experience) to join our Team to work on a range of projects.

This job vacancy is for our Head Office located in Kilkenny

The role is based in our Head Office in Kilkenny City and requires working in the office initially for the first 6 months. Hybrid options may be available thereafter, depending on experience and agreement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design of Mechanical Services installations for Buildings typical in the Educational, Healthcare, Residential, Commercial & Retail Sectors, including but not limited to HVAC, Water Services, Soils & Wastes, Gas, Building Automation Control Systems to current regulations and design standards.
  • Demonstrate a strong technical ability in all aspects of Mechanical / Building Services Engineering & Design.
  • Create detailed mechanical design layouts, schematics, and calculations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project goals.
  • Independently address design and technical challenges within projects to achieve the best engineering solutions.
  •  Work directly with clients and project engineers to define project requirements and develop & Design technical solutions.
  • Develop and agree design processes and design deliverables.
  • Produce accurate Budget estimates for projects, assess Contractor progress claims & variations.
  • Maintain project documentation in accordance with ISO standards, ensuring up to date records for mechanical designs.
  • Engage in QA audits, peer reviews and technical workshops, promoting continuous improvement in mechanical solutions.
  • Stay informed on Building Services and Environmental Sustainability design trends by attending relevant seminars, CPDs, and exhibitions.
  • Conduct site inspections and prepare reports related to mechanical systems, sourcing budget information and providing data to project teams.
  • Review mechanical service submittals, ensuring compliance with project objectives and approved designs.
  • Monitor project timelines to ensure mechanical designs are delivered on schedule and within budget. Remain aware of project and construction schedules, ensuring mechanical designs are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Lead projects from on a design perspective, including, answering Technical Queries, design development, services coordination, review of technical submittals, manage & co-ordinate timely delivery of Design changes, drawing updates etc during the project.
  • Ability to lead and mentor Junior and Intermediate engineers where relevant, depending on experience.
  • Assist with tender bids including technical writing report, and preparing budget estimates
  • Reporting to Associate Director / Director on the performance of projects 

Key Requirements

  • Minimum Level 7 Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/Building Services Engineering or equivalent.
  • Ideally 5+ years' experience in design with an engineering consultancy.
  • Proven experience in mechanical engineering design in a design office.
  • Ability to lead & deliver projects in accordance with Building Regulations and Design Standards.
  • Ability to work within a team, and independently when required
  • Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, contributing to the overall success of projects.
  • Demonstrated experience in a client facing role.
  • Strong communication & presenting skills.
  • Upholds ethics and Lawler Consulting values, demonstrate integrity as a person who is trusted by others and consistently honours their commitments.
  • Proven knowledge on mechanical system designs, including Soils & Waste, Plumbing, Ventilation & Air-conditioning, Space Cooling, Space Heating, Building Automation and Environmental Designs in accordance with Irish Regulations.
  • Experience working within ISO standards and project specific scopes.
  • Proficient and competent in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, magicad, 3D energy modelling such as IES (preferred but not required) or similar
  • Proficient and competent in Microsoft office packages
  • Proficient Knowledge & experience of current Design Guides, Building Regulations (including BCAR process) EN Standards.
  • Full Clean European Drivers Licence (or in the process of getting a Full European Drivers Licence)
  • If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland.
  • If you are a non-EU/EEA national, you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland.

What we're offering:

            Private healthcare fully subsidised

            Pension

            Great work-life balance

            Bike to work scheme

            Professional subscription fees paid monthly

            Supporting role in achieving Chartership e.g. IEI, CIBSE and Chartership application support

            Fast-moving and challenging projects

            Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects

            Working on projects championing innovative designs & systems

            Great culture and company social club with monthly outings

            Inclusion and Diversity - Lawler Group are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture, demonstrating an open, inclusive and equal environment

            Close working relationship with senior managers and directors

            Direct exposure to clients

            Be part of a multi award winning engineering design consultancy

            Excellent career progression in a company that supports your personal and professional development, through internal and external CPD

            Chartership application support

            Competitive salary: dependent on experience

            Generous annual leave

            Early finish every Friday

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