Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Engineer Location: North London/Hybrid Salary: £315 per day (umbrella) We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to a local authority in North London. In this role, you will be responsible for providing a professional mechanical engineering service, including specifying and designing new mechanical systems, inspecting works, fault finding, procurement, acting as a contract administrator, and project management for mechanical projects undertaken by the council. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert mechanical engineering support, with a focus on commercial and communal heating systems. Design and specify mechanical systems for communal heating replacement works. Manage retrofit and new build mechanical installations of communal heating and low-carbon mechanical systems. Understand and manage heat networks effectively. Write technical reports relevant to the role. Utilise creative problem-solving skills to address engineering design and maintenance challenges. Demonstrate excellent project management and contract administration abilities to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Conduct value engineering exercises to optimise project costs. Requirements: Strong technical knowledge of commercial and communal heating systems. Ideally possess commercial gas qualifications. Ability to prepare mechanical designs for communal heating replacement works. Chartered Engineer status or full membership of the Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers. Significant relevant experience in mechanical engineering. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively within a team and independently. Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget