Role: Energy Engineer - Building Services
Location: Hybrid, Cardiff
Salary: Up to £45,000 + Bonus
About the Company:
Join a leading, independent engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable building services solutions. With a rich history spanning decades, the company specializes in mechanical, electrical, and public health engineering, working across a diverse range of sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, and residential. Committed to driving low-carbon solutions and shaping the future of the built environment, the team fosters a collaborative and forward-thinking culture where professional development and technical excellence are at the core of everything they do.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Energy Engineer to join our clients team, playing a key role in delivering innovative, low-carbon solutions for the built environment. This position requires a strong background in mechanical engineering and energy services, with a focus on optimising building performance, reducing carbon emissions, and improving energy efficiency across a variety of sectors.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in energy auditing, data analysis, and delivering decarbonisation strategies. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, advising clients on sustainability initiatives, compliance with industry standards, and implementing energy-saving measures. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional looking to contribute to a forward-thinking consultancy that prioritises sustainability and innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic low-energy design advice, with a strong emphasis on passive design measures to enhance building efficiency.
- Conduct Dynamic Thermal Modelling using IESVE software, including comfort analysis, natural ventilation airflow modelling, Building Regulations Part L assessments, and Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs).
- Prepare Energy Assessments for submission to Local Authorities as part of planning applications.
- Perform energy audits on both simple and complex buildings to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
- Prepare Low and Zero Carbon (LZC) technology feasibility studies, evaluating the potential for renewable and low-carbon energy solutions.
- Produce evidence requirements for BREEAM credits that require thermal modelling outputs, including assessments for natural ventilation potential, thermal comfort, energy use and carbon emissions reduction, energy monitoring, and low-carbon design.
- Support senior team members in managing client relationships and working collaboratively with design teams.
- Understand client needs, interpret project requirements, and confirm project briefs to ensure alignment with expectations.
- Commit to supporting the company’s strategic sustainability policies and actively contribute to the internal environmental programme objectives.
What are we looking for?
We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Energy Engineer with a strong background in mechanical engineering, energy efficiency, and sustainable building design. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Knowledge & Expertise:
- Strong awareness of EU and UK energy and environmental regulations and directives.
- Good knowledge of Photovoltaics (PV), Heat Pumps, and Combined Heat and Power (CHP) technologies.
- Understanding of sustainable building design principles and their impact on engineering solutions.
- Mechanical engineering background, with expertise in:
- HVAC systems
- Building Management Systems (BMS)/Controls
- Energy use in buildings
- Energy and carbon benchmarking
- Sound knowledge of building construction and the design process.
- BEng, BSc, MEng, or MSc in a relevant sustainability or engineering discipline.
- Accredited Low Carbon Consultant (LCC) or willingness to train for accreditation.
Benefits:
- Basic salary of up to £45,000 + bonus
- 25 days holiday - rising to 30 days after 10 years of service
- Flexible working
- Life Assurance
- Company Pension Scheme
- Annual Eye Test
- Christmas Closedown
- Pribate Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Gym Membership
- Employee Assistant Programme
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD
If you are an experienced professional with a passion for engineering and want to be part of an innovative and growing building services consultancy, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role.
