Associate Mechanical Engineer Building Services
| Posting date: | 18 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £60,000 to £65,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 March 2026 |
| Location: | Glasgow, Glasgow, G2 1DY |
| Company: | Morgan Hunt UK Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JN -022026-221861_1771406257 |
Summary
Company
A very successful independent MEP & Sustainability consultancy with a strong presence across the UK. A premium brand in the industry, with a solid track record of project delivery across sectors such as Healthcare, Education, Data Centres, Leisure and more. They are currently seeking an experienced mechanical candidate at either Principal or Associate Engineer level to join their modern, open plan Glasgow city centre office.
Role
- Lead the design and development of mechanical building systems including HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling, and domestic water services.
- Prepare engineering calculations, system layouts, equipment sizing, and technical specifications.
- Support senior engineers in delivering projects from concept design through detailed design and construction stages.
- Mentor junior and graduate engineers.
- Manage client relationships on assigned projects.
- Conduct site visits, inspections, and surveys to assess existing systems and monitor installation works.
- Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, and external consultants.
- Ensure designs comply with local building codes, standards, and sustainability requirements.
Qualifications / Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Building Services
- Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership
- 5-10+ years' experience in mechanical building services design (depending on seniority level).
- Proven experience delivering HVAC and public health systems for commercial, residential, healthcare, education, or mixed-use projects.
- Strong understanding of local and international building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards.
- Experience working through all project stages: concept, detailed design, tender, and construction.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience in reviewing contractor submittals, shop drawings, and commissioning processes.
- Client-facing experience and ability to attend technical meetings.
Benefits
- 25 days holiday + publics
- Hybrid working
- Enhanced pension
- Yearly salary reviews
- Bonus scheme
- Company away days
- Access to training academies
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.