Mechanical Engineer – Building Services (Christchurch)

About the role

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Christchurch team, delivering technical solutions for building services projects. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys client interaction, multidisciplinary collaboration, and tackling complex, rewarding projects.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects.
• Design HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling and associated mechanical systems.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, specifications and design documentation.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, contractors and other engineering disciplines.
• Undertake site inspections, construction support and design reviews.
• Deliver projects to programme, budget and quality objectives.
• Support proposal development and contribute to winning work.
• Mentor and support junior engineers within the team.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5–10 years' experience in building services consulting.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC and mechanical building systems.
• Experience delivering projects across commercial, healthcare, education, transport, aviation or public‑sector facilities.
• Understanding of sustainable building design and energy‑efficient solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Chartered status or progress towards chartership is advantageous.

Required skills

• HVAC design
• Ventilation system design
• Heating and cooling system design
• Engineering calculations
• Technical reporting

What we offer

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Professional development and support towards chartership.
• Access to local and global technical specialists.
• Opportunities to work on complex and high‑profile projects.
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits.