Decarbonisation Mechanical Engineer
About the Role:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Net Zero Carbon Consultant (Grade C Engineer) to join our dynamic team at the Global Design Centre in India. You will play a key role in delivering sustainable, low-carbon, and net zero strategies for high-profile UK-based infrastructure and building projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a global consultancy that is committed to climate action and sustainable development.
We’re offering you the opportunity to work in one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world. Mott MacDonald is a multisector consultancy providing engineering, management, and development services on projects in 150 countries. With over 16,000 of the best people working on a diverse range of challenges, we’re helping our clients deliver sustainable infrastructure and development solutions, driving positive social outcomes in our communities.
As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate and take positive steps to create an inclusive culture.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and support the delivery of Net Zero Carbon strategies for UK-based projects across sectors such as commercial, residential, healthcare, and infrastructure.
• Conduct carbon footprint assessments (embodied and operational) and develop carbon reduction roadmaps.
• Renewable Energy systems.
• Solar PV system design
• Photovoltaic calculations
• Energy storage and BESS
• Life cycle cost analysis of Electrical power system.
• Electrical demand analysis
• Green design aspects of electrical power system
• Electrical energy monitoring and conservation systems.
• Energy metering networks and systems
• Industrial energy performance optimisation and building management systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including architects, engineers, Subcontractors and sustainability experts to integrate low-carbon design principles.
• Basic knowledge in tools such as Revit and Auto cad.
• Prepare and present technical reports, client presentations, and sustainability statements for planning and compliance.
• Stay updated with UK sustainability regulations, including Part L, BREEAM, NABERS UK, LETI, RIBA 2030, and UKGBC frameworks.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
• Sound knowledge and use of MS Office suite of software.
• Membership of a related professional body
• Awareness of the Technical Advisory market and services
Required Qualifications & Skills:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Building Services, or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in sustainability consulting or building performance engineering.
• Strong understanding of Net Zero Carbon principles, UK building regulations, and climate resilience strategies.
• Proficiency in building performance simulation tools (e.g., IES VE, DesignBuilder, TAS) and carbon assessment tools (e.g., OneClick LCA).
• Familiarity with UK sustainability certifications (e.g., BREEAM, LEED, WELL, NABERS UK).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
• Experience working in a global delivery model or with UK/European clients is highly desirable.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership.
• Accreditation in BREEAM, LEED, or WELL.
• Experience with Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Circular Economy principles.
Flexible working
At Mott MacDonald, we support our staff to create work-life balance which works for them and welcome candidates looking for career flexibility. We are open to discussing flexible working at interview stage.
Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:
- Agile working
- Critical illness and compassionate leave
- Paternity Leave
- Group term life insurance, and Group medical insurance coverage
- Career mobility options
- Short and Long-term global employment opportunities
- Global collaboration and knowledge sharing