Associate or Senior Associate Mechanical Engineer at Hoare Lea in Leeds, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

technical delivery

strategic design

financial oversight

client interaction

team mentoring

risk management

Be financially astute and work with the team leader to help monitor fee expenditure, resources and work delivered.
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.
Take responsibility for solid technical delivery in your work either alone or as part of a team.
Lead the development of initial strategic concepts for projects ensuring solutions are appropriate for the brief and regulatory standards.
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 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.
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.

Requirements

british standards

revit

autocad

mechanical engineer

hvac

consultancy

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.
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.
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.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

introductory 30‑minute call with recruitment team
panel interview via microsoft teams or in‑person at office

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1862

Year Established

The company was established in 1862 by Henry Lea, marking the beginning of its pioneering work in mechanical and electrical engineering.

£121 million

Annual Revenues

The firm generates over £121 million annually, reflecting its strong financial performance and market presence.

2021

Joining Tetra Tech

The company became part of Tetra Tech’s High Performance Buildings Group in 2021, expanding its global reach.

Cabot Circus 2001

Iconic Project Year

The firm delivered the iconic Cabot Circus project in Bristol, marking a significant milestone in its history.

The firm pioneered mechanical and electrical engineering and introduced one of the first electrical lighting systems in public buildings.
In 1939, it merged with Edwin S. Hoare & Partners, becoming the modern form of the business and evolving into the UK’s largest MEP consultancy.
Over its long history, the firm has delivered iconic projects like One New Change in London and the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast.
Specialist services span acoustics, fire engineering, lighting design, public health, utilities, and sustainable building systems.
The firm's project portfolio ranges from historic conversions and civic buildings to cutting-edge research centres and transport hubs.
Unusually for its sector, the original founder’s vision still resonates: early adoption of air-conditioning and electrical lighting set a tone of innovation that endures today.

Culture + Values

Great people in engineering and specialists.
Relaxed working environment
Good culture and values
The work life balance is good
Great team and morale
Structured career paths enabling talent growth and career progression
Encouragement of collaboration, creativity, innovation and technical excellence
Empowerment through autonomy, ownership and professional development support

Environment + Sustainability

12 offices

Office Emissions Baseline

A baseline for operational emissions was established across 12 offices during the 2021-2022 period.

147 kWh/m²/year

Energy Intensity

The average energy intensity of offices in the 2022-2023 period, measured in kilowatt-hours per square meter per year.

300 tCO₂e

Building-Related Emissions

Total building-related emissions in the 2022-2023 period, measured in metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent.

Signatory to the World Green Building Council’s Net Zero Buildings Commitment
Target to achieve net zero carbon in all offices by 2030
Remaining emissions offset via approved international carbon standard and UK community project investment
All office energy purchased from renewable sources or offset to operate at net zero
Offset fleet vehicle emissions beyond core requirement
Annual third‑party verified carbon reporting with public disclosure
Member of UN Race to Zero and committed to science‑based targets for business travel and supply chain
Activities include reducing energy demand, decarbonising energy sources, phasing out natural gas and improving renewable supply

Inclusion & Diversity

3.9/5 Rating

Diversity & Inclusion

Anonymous employee reviews have rated the company's diversity and inclusion efforts at 3.9 out of 5, reflecting a strong commitment to inclusion.

Initiatives include positive action to welcome women, global ethnic majority, neurodiverse and disabled candidates.
Employees report 'diverse projects, great people… recognition of diversity change, and proactively working to address this.'
Equal opportunities and reasonable adjustments policies in recruitment and career development.
Structured Career Paths framework supports progression irrespective of background.

Articles

Our Projects

Careers at Hoare Lea

Sustainability

Role

Description

technical delivery

strategic design

financial oversight

client interaction

team mentoring

risk management

Be financially astute and work with the team leader to help monitor fee expenditure, resources and work delivered.
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.
Take responsibility for solid technical delivery in your work either alone or as part of a team.
Lead the development of initial strategic concepts for projects ensuring solutions are appropriate for the brief and regulatory standards.
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 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.
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.

Requirements

british standards

revit

autocad

mechanical engineer

hvac

consultancy

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.
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.
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.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

introductory 30‑minute call with recruitment team
panel interview via microsoft teams or in‑person at office

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1862

Year Established

The company was established in 1862 by Henry Lea, marking the beginning of its pioneering work in mechanical and electrical engineering.

£121 million

Annual Revenues

The firm generates over £121 million annually, reflecting its strong financial performance and market presence.

2021

Joining Tetra Tech

The company became part of Tetra Tech’s High Performance Buildings Group in 2021, expanding its global reach.

Cabot Circus 2001

Iconic Project Year

The firm delivered the iconic Cabot Circus project in Bristol, marking a significant milestone in its history.

The firm pioneered mechanical and electrical engineering and introduced one of the first electrical lighting systems in public buildings.
In 1939, it merged with Edwin S. Hoare & Partners, becoming the modern form of the business and evolving into the UK’s largest MEP consultancy.
Over its long history, the firm has delivered iconic projects like One New Change in London and the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast.
Specialist services span acoustics, fire engineering, lighting design, public health, utilities, and sustainable building systems.
The firm's project portfolio ranges from historic conversions and civic buildings to cutting-edge research centres and transport hubs.
Unusually for its sector, the original founder’s vision still resonates: early adoption of air-conditioning and electrical lighting set a tone of innovation that endures today.

Culture + Values

Great people in engineering and specialists.
Relaxed working environment
Good culture and values
The work life balance is good
Great team and morale
Structured career paths enabling talent growth and career progression
Encouragement of collaboration, creativity, innovation and technical excellence
Empowerment through autonomy, ownership and professional development support

Environment + Sustainability

12 offices

Office Emissions Baseline

A baseline for operational emissions was established across 12 offices during the 2021-2022 period.

147 kWh/m²/year

Energy Intensity

The average energy intensity of offices in the 2022-2023 period, measured in kilowatt-hours per square meter per year.

300 tCO₂e

Building-Related Emissions

Total building-related emissions in the 2022-2023 period, measured in metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent.

Signatory to the World Green Building Council’s Net Zero Buildings Commitment
Target to achieve net zero carbon in all offices by 2030
Remaining emissions offset via approved international carbon standard and UK community project investment
All office energy purchased from renewable sources or offset to operate at net zero
Offset fleet vehicle emissions beyond core requirement
Annual third‑party verified carbon reporting with public disclosure
Member of UN Race to Zero and committed to science‑based targets for business travel and supply chain
Activities include reducing energy demand, decarbonising energy sources, phasing out natural gas and improving renewable supply

Inclusion & Diversity

3.9/5 Rating

Diversity & Inclusion

Anonymous employee reviews have rated the company's diversity and inclusion efforts at 3.9 out of 5, reflecting a strong commitment to inclusion.

Initiatives include positive action to welcome women, global ethnic majority, neurodiverse and disabled candidates.
Employees report 'diverse projects, great people… recognition of diversity change, and proactively working to address this.'
Equal opportunities and reasonable adjustments policies in recruitment and career development.
Structured Career Paths framework supports progression irrespective of background.

Articles

Our Projects

Careers at Hoare Lea

Sustainability