Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
- Employer
- Naked Energy
- Location
- Crawley, West Sussex
- Salary
- £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
- Closing date
- 21 Dec 2024
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- Specialist area
- Design, Principal Designer
- Function
- Engineer
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Naked Energy is a UK based cleantech business, operating globally. We are on a mission to change energy for good by helping to enable the transition to a zero-carbon future.
Powered by our innovative solar thermal technologies we are decarbonising heat and hot water. Heating and cooling create half of all carbon emissions making it a key focus in scaling back climate change.
At the core of Naked Energy’s offering is Virtu® a unique solar technology. Virtu has consistently exceeded expectations both in terms of energy density and in winning recognition from CIBSE, Shell, BEIS and the European Institute of Innovation. You can learn more about us and our technologies at www.nakedenergy.com
Following a successful series B fundraise we are at the start of a very exciting period of growth, and are looking to expand our already very talented teams. We are very proud of the people we have in the company, and are excited to bring in additional individuals that we can support and develop as the company grows.
Working with us will provide you with exposure to high-profile clients, collaboration with hugely engaging, knowledgeable and supportive colleagues and a strong network of partners, all with a passion for tackling climate change and a commitment to sustainability.
Regardless of background, we welcome all to build a diverse and inclusive community within Naked Energy. We aim to provide an open and positive working environment that encourages individuals to utilise their experiences and perspectives to help Change Energy for Good.
For an insight to what it’s like working with us, have a look at what our team have to say. https://youtu.be/PnHbe1FT8Eg
Purpose of role:
Naked Energy is seeking and experienced mechanical, HVAC or building-services engineer to lead the design of renewable heating systems on commercial and industrial buildings. The designed systems will comprise Naked Energy’s Virtu solar heat and power technology, which may be paired with heat pumps, thermal storage, PV and other low carbon technologies to provide low-carbon and carbon-free energy systems for C&I clients.
The successful candidate will lead a small team, and be responsible for design projects from conception to completion, drawing in external engineers from electrical, structural and other disciplines as required. They will prepare costed designs of renewable heat and power systems, including P&ID designs, roof layouts of solar arrays, key component sizing and selection, demand and generation calculations, structural roof- and wind-loading analysis, cost engineering, CAD design, and construction phase planning. They will pay close attention to the health and safety aspects of the design, and will be comfortable signing off designs for which Naked Energy has design liability.
The Principal Mechanical Design Engineer will also produce presentations and reports, participate in client meetings, and engage construction partners to provide costings. They will work with Naked Energy’s commercial team to tender for construction of the designed projects on the client’s behalf.
Role Responsibilities:
Design
- Design safe, reliable and economical renewable heating systems to meet the contractual scope of work and comply with the applicable standards and regulations
- Lead and grow a team of (presently) three engineers
- Sign off of all design work
- Work with minimal supervision
- Work alongside engineers, architects and other groups to develop design briefs
- Work to and uphold the highest health and safety standards
- Present to clients, delivery partners and other stakeholders
- Feed back to product and software teams to propose product improvements that can improve system performance and better fulfil client needs
Work closely with Naked Energy’s commercial team to provide technical support and promote deal flow.
Qualifications & Experience:
- 10 years + in M&E design engineering
- Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification
- Confident performing and signing off designs up to RIBA stage 4 and beyond
- Experience in engineering drawing and design tools (e.g. Auto CAD)
- Experience in HVAC and/or building services
- Knowledge of standards and regulations relevant to heating and electrical systems for commercial and industrial buildings
- Experience working with clients, architects, other engineering disciplines and construction companies
Desirable: Experience in solar or other renewables
Should you need any support during the recruitment process please let us know. We are striving to make our company as inclusive as possible and that starts from our first interactions with you.
Remuneration: £60,000 to £70,000 per annum
Benefits:
- Employee Share options
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- 25 days holiday + day off on your birthday
- Enhanced company maternity/paternity pay
- Paid time off for volunteering
- Private Health Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Salary Sacrifice schemes
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