Background:

• Design HVAC systems from initial concept through to detailed design (AutoCAD MEP).
• Liaise with stakeholders to gain approval for your design (e.g. Customer, operations etc.).
• Formulate tender documents and manage contractor selection process/appointments. Purchase equipment items and services.
• Act as Technical Consultant to the Operations team during the installation phase and carry out testing and commissioning of systems with contractors.
• Record ‘as built’ equipment specifications; controls philosophy; schematics etc.
• Produce equipment and piping/ducting layout drawings using AutoCAD.
• Limited system troubleshooting – smoke testing and duct work flow surveys as required.

Qualifications:

• HNC (or similar qualification) in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering OR significant relevant experience

Knowledge and Experience:

Essential:

• Good previous HVAC design experience and installation working on a large facility
• AutoCAD trained, with good process knowledge
• Experience managing contractors to ensure project delivery
• Able to work on own initiative and from verbal and written instruction

Desirable:

• Experience of working within a science or nuclear environment would be beneficial
• Full knowledge and design experience using AutoCAD MEP Fabrication
• Nuclear ventilation experience

Personal Skill and Qualities:

• Good communication skills in a multi stakeholder environment
• Enthusiastic and adaptable
• Able to plan and organise work
• Self-motivated and disciplined
• Able to work in a team and alone
• Flexible and able to work with management, design staff and scientists
• Able to work under pressure to tight deadlines