Associate or Senior Associate Mechanical Engineer

Leeds

Hoare Lea is a human‑centric and planet‑conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem‑solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9‑day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to days of annual leave.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

We have a brand‑new opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate Mechanical Engineer to join our team based in our Leeds office with a focus on healthcare buildings.

Located in the heart of the city, we are placed to take advantage of opportunities both locally and further afield. We have a rich project history within Leeds and a strong commitment to the region. You will be based in Leeds but work across a wider geography.

We are participating in the transformation of healthcare facilities, proving hospitals don’t have to feel like hospitals. Studies have shown that wellbeing‑focused environments can directly impact patient recovery. We balance people‑centred design with the clinical standards required for high‑spec spaces.

Our experience spans every type of healthcare project: from local health and social care centres, community hospitals and mental health units, to research facilities and large‑scale medical campuses. The delivery of a safe, secure and healing environment is our number‑one priority; creating spaces that make the life‑changing work of healthcare professionals that little bit easier.

As an Associate or Senior Associate Mechanical Engineer, you will be leading large‑scale, complex projects, including managing stakeholders’ expectations, monitoring and reporting metrics, motivating others to work at their best, working out the most productive use of their time and the most effective use of your own.

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• Be in a client‑facing role, attending project meetings and disseminating the brief within the project team. You will need to be of personable nature and a good communicator.
  
• Lead the development of initial strategic concepts for projects ensuring solutions are appropriate for the brief and regulatory standards.
  
• Take responsibility for solid technical delivery in your work either alone or as part of a team.
  
• Engage with junior support staff in their day‑to‑day activities and offer advice and guidance to ensure that they develop their skills and we get the best out of our people.
  
• Work as part of the Firm‑wide Group, to gain experience and understanding from others, and to support and disseminate knowledge to others in the Firm.
  
• Be financially astute and work with the team leader to help monitor fee expenditure, resources and work delivered.
  
• Look at new ways of working and taking time out for innovation and research ensuring we keep abreast of our competitors.
  
• Create and maintain a high reputation within the industry and ensure adherence to QM and risk control procedures.
  

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• Proven experience working as a Mechanical Engineer or closely related role, with a track record delivering on a variety of complex projects within the Healthcare sector.
  
• Understanding of all mechanical services including heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
  
• Experience working in a multi‑disciplinary environment, with excellent communication skills with both internal and external clients, and a team‑based work approach.
  
• Use of relevant software / tools such as Revit and AutoCAD.
  
• Self‑awareness, an open mind, and a spirit of generosity.
  
• Conversant with relevant British Standards.
  
• Previous consultancy experience, you will appreciate the importance of complementary specialisms such as acoustics, fire engineering and computer modelling in the design of buildings and be adept at analysing and interpreting their impact on your work.