Meica & Systems Lead MEP Digital Engineer
43 days left
Apply NowMeica & Systems Lead MEP Digital Engineer
43 days left
Apply NowJob role insights
-
Date posted
September 25, 2026
-
Closing date
December 24, 2026
-
Location
Leeds
-
Salary
£58,000 - £75,000 /year
-
Career level
Manager / Lead Level
-
Qualification
Degree or professional accreditation in project / technical / commercial management
-
Experience
5+ Years
Description
Laing O’Rourke is seeking a talented and safety-conscious Meica & Systems Lead MEP Digital Engineer to join their project team in Leeds delivering critical civil and building infrastructure. As an integral team member, you will contribute directly to world-class engineering execution, ensuring exceptional delivery standards, operational safety, and continuous improvement across the site.
A Senior MEP Digital Engineer holds a pivotal position within our organisation, being directly responsible for the creation, production, and comprehensive management of high-quality 3D Building Information Models (BIM) and meticulously detailed technical drawings that support and facilitate on-site installation activities, offsite manufacture processes, and overall project delivery objectives. Working in close collaboration and maintaining regular communication with the Lead Digital Engineer and other senior stakeholders, they undertake a key and influential role in successfully delivering Digital Engineering (DE) objectives and strategic goals across both competitive tender bids and actively running live projects. In this capacity, they demonstrate leadership by taking full ownership and accountability for significant and often complex elements of project strategy, planning, and execution, ensuring alignment with broader organisational aims and client expectations.
Position Overview & Key Facts
- Employer: Laing O’Rourke
- Vacancy Requisition ID: 8095
- Project / Base Location: Laing O’Rourke,Building 5, Leeds, LS15 4LG, United Kingdom
- Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time
- Target Experience: 5+ Years
- Compensation Benchmark: £58,000 – £75,000 + Industry Pension & Benefits
- Application Method: Direct Online Submission via Laing O’Rourke Careers
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Lead the digital engineering (BIM) modeling and spatial coordination for complex Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (MEICA) systems.
- Develop high-LOD 3D BIM models using Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD in accordance with project BIM Execution Plans (BEP) and ISO 19650 standards.
- Run clash detection simulations, identify spatial service conflicts, and lead multidisciplinary clash resolution workshops with design consultants.
- Coordinate offsite modular prefabrication (DfMA) MEP assemblies, generating detailed fabrication and spool drawings.
- Support site installation teams and commissioning managers with digital models, 4D construction sequencing, and asset data attribution (COBie).
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or Digital Engineering.
- Extensive BIM coordination experience on major MEP, industrial, water, or infrastructure projects.
- Expert proficiency in Autodesk Revit MEP, Navisworks Manage, BIM 360 / ACC, and AutoCAD.
- Comprehensive knowledge of UK BIM standards (ISO 19650) and MEP design interfaces.
- Valid CSCS card and proactive collaborative mindset.
What We Offer (Total Rewards & Benefits)
- Competitive Financial Package: Market-benchmarked salary or hourly rate, structured annual performance appraisals, and clear promotional pathways.
- Pension & Healthcare: Enhanced contributory company pension, life assurance cover, and private health cover options.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, additional purchased leave schemes, and 24/7 confidential employee support (EAP).
- Learning & Professional Growth: Support for chartership (ICE, IMechE, IET, CIOB, RICS), trade licenses, NVQs, and accredited technical training.
- Employee Perks: Discounts with leading UK high-street brands, cycle-to-work initiative, and active diversity and inclusion networks.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly for this Opportunity
This vacancy is actively accepting applications. Visit the official Laing O’Rourke recruitment portal to review full technical requirements and submit your CV.
