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Projects Design Specialist - Commercial Kitchen Ventilation

Peterborough
6 days ago
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Job Title: Projects Design Specialist - Commercial Kitchen Ventilation
Location: Peterborough (with occasional UK-wide site visits)
Travel: expect to travel to company sites 2x days per week so you MUST have a car
Salary: £40,000 - £48,000 + clear pay rise plans
Career progression: to grow and become a senior HVAC engineer
Role Overview:
This is a flexible design role suitable for both junior and senior candidates with an interest or background in commercial kitchen ventilation and stainless steel fabrication. You'll be involved in the technical design and specification of bespoke extraction systems for a wide range of clients, from restaurants to large commercial kitchens. The level of responsibility and independence will align with your experience.

Experience required:

Ideally HVAC experience or kitchen ventaliation expereince
Key Responsibilities:
Depending on experience, responsibilities may include:

Supporting or leading the design of commercial kitchen ventilation systems from concept through to production.

Collaborating with Sales, Project Engineers, and Clients to understand system requirements (canopies, ductwork, fans, interlocks, air-handling units).

Producing accurate CAD drawings and system specifications for manufacturing and installation.

Assisting with or independently calculating airflow and extraction rates in line with HSE, DW172, and Building Regulations.

Selecting suitable materials and components (fans, filters, ducting, stainless steel grade, recirculation units).

Preparing technical packs for the workshop team.

Conducting or supporting site surveys and adapting designs based on real-world conditions.

Liaising with internal teams and installers to ensure smooth project delivery.

Providing aftersales and technical support where necessary.
Requirements:
Essential (All Levels):

Qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services, Product Design, or related field (degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship).

Strong interest in ventilation, HVAC, or commercial kitchen environments.

Working knowledge of AutoCAD or other CAD software.

Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Junior Candidates (1-2 years' experience or graduate-level):

Will receive training and mentorship from senior designers and engineers.

Basic understanding of airflow principles and/or CAD-based design.

Willingness to learn regulations (e.g., DW172, HSE).
Senior Candidates (3+ years' experience):

Proven track record designing full commercial ventilation systems.

Confident in independently producing specifications and airflow calculations.

Experience in stainless steel fabrication, duct layout planning, and client liaison.
Desirable Skills (All Levels):

Experience with Revit, SolidWorks, or similar design tools.

Knowledge of odour control, ESP, ozone systems, or air replacement systems.

Previous site exposure (surveys, installations, commissioning).

Familiarity with eco-friendly or low-energy ventilation technologies.
What's Offered:

Flexible role suitable for candidates looking to grow or bring established expertise.

Friendly, hands-on team environment with exposure to live projects.

Full training and development pathway for junior applicants.

Autonomy and progression opportunities for experienced candidates.

Competitive salary based on experience.

Based in Peterborough with occasional travel to UK project sites.

Please send a CV to (url removed)

People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas

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