Senior Design Engineer

at  Rendesco

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate for the Senior Design Engineer role will possess a unique blend of industry experience, strong time management and coordination skills, and a comprehensive understanding of heat networks and district energy centres, essential for driving our constant improvement process.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Heat Pump Expertise – Commercial and domestic heat pump experience.
• Industry Experience – At least 10 years in HVCA mechanical/electrical design, engineering consultancy, or mechanical installations.
• Qualifications – Minimum HNC qualification; ideally Chartered or working towards Chartership (company support available).
• Technical Skills – Proficiency in design packages such as AutoCAD, Revit, and COMSOF.
• Regulatory Knowledge – Strong understanding of industry regulations, CP1, M&E design, heat networks, and utility services.
• Specialist Experience – Plantroom design, electrical design, and design coordination
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: Up to £70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Cycle to work scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London, SE1 8P

• Collaborate within the design team on new projects and enhancements to existing designs.
• Report to the Principal Design Manager, coordinating design priorities with clients and project deliverables.
• Optimise designs for both ambient and traditional heat networks to ensure CP1 compliance.
• Produce calculations, specifications, and technical submittals.
• Provide technical support to the operations department.
• Liaise with client design teams and contribute to design development through to construction issue drawings.
• Assist with the production of Revit 3D models (currently outsourced).
• Update and provide basic 2D CAD drawings, supported by a CAD technician.
• Ensure compliance with CIBSE and HNTAS standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in design and innovation.