A heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) engineer designs, installs, and maintains heating, ventilation, and air conditioning engineering systems in buildings. These can include HVAC systems in offices, stores, factories, transportation facilities such as airports and train stations, schools, hospitals, and homes.
HVAC engineers design HVAC systems that meet the specific requirements of the building type. This includes calculating heat load and airflow requirements, selecting appropriate equipment and components, and designing ductwork and piping systems. They must select appropriate equipment such as boilers, chillers, air handlers, and other components for those particular HVAC systems. They do this by evaluating equipment specifications, performance, and efficiency, and making recommendations based on the needs and budget available.
HVAC engineers also oversee the installation of HVAC systems to ensure that they are installed according to design specifications, code requirements, and industry standards. They work with contractors, technicians, and other professionals to ensure that the installation is done correctly. After installation, HVAC engineers perform testing and commissioning to ensure that the system is operating correctly and efficiently. They perform functional tests, airflow tests, and other measurements to verify that the system is performing according to design specifications.
HVAC engineers are furthermore responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting HVAC systems. They perform regular maintenance to ensure that the system is operating efficiently and identify and troubleshoot issues that arise, such as equipment failures, refrigerant leaks, or airflow problems.
In designing and maintaining HVAC systems that are energy-efficient and cost-effective, they must be aware of energy-saving measures too. Such measures include upgrading equipment, optimizing system controls, or implementing renewable energy systems.
With the continued growth in building worldwide, HVAC engineers are always in demand. They are typically employed by engineering, construction and real estate companies, or other service-providing companies who offer HVAC solutions.
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MEP/HVAC Superintendent (Buildings)
Location: DOHA
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 5 years
The Superintendent shall be experienced in the MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) works and HVAC (heating ventilation Air conditioning) systems.Shall have a firm understanding of Ashrae, or CIBSE standards and guidelines.The MEP/HVAC Superintendent scope of work will cover more than 74 individual buildings and extended hours will be required on site with excessive walking, climbing, and standing.Shall have experience in an LNG plant of the installation of MEP, HVAC systems within the Process and Non process, Commercial buildings, laboratory, restaurants, mosque, kitchens, explosion proof buildings, fire stations, Data centres, Sub Stations, Instrument houses, main control building.Shall have a solid Electrical background in cable containment, switchgear, cabling, dressing, earthing systems, UPS, DC power systems and testing and termination works, for ELV, LV, and HV cabling.Knowledge and experience of working with Completions Databases and System Completions ProcessesExperienced with Refrigerant pipe, with refrigerant piping design review, refrigerant installation, brazing, testing, freon leak testing, accessories installation, of site glass, suction line Filter dryers, sensing bulb, capillary piping, and all associated HVAC/refrigerant installation works in all buildings.Coordination experience with all MEP, LV Switchgear, HVAC systems within Electrical rooms, Mechanical rooms, and providing end user with an accessible maintainable building.Electrical experience in primary & secondary containment installation of Sub Stations, Instrument houses, buried containment systems, raised floor installations, above ceiling installations. Experienced with HVAC Duct work fabrication, coatings, insulation, instrument placement, wiring and installation of the various HVAC controls instrumentation.Familiar with Honeywell, Johnson Controls DDC controller’sFamiliar with Trane, York, Carrier, HVAC, FCU, Split type, ACC, CHW, Condensed Water-Cooling towers Installation and system operationFamiliar with CRAC, Liebert units for medium size Data centre installations, PABX and Control building mission critical HVAC installationsFamiliar with DC UPS systems, used in Sub Stations, primary & secondary network rooms and Data centre installations.Mechanical experience with installation and testing Fire pumps, jockey pumps, sprinkler systems, FM200,Plumbing piping installation and hydro & leak testing experience with potable water, boilers, potable water heating systems, HDPE, Copper, and associated pipe classes used for potable water systems, and chlorination of plumbing and all associated piping related to the buildings.Testing and commissioning experience of the HVAC system with Air balancing, VAV control boxes, CAV systems, Fire Alarm integral HVAC shutdown, stair pressurization, smoke extraction systems. Experience with Fire Alarm system installation and testing throughout the buildings scope of work.Leads by example and demonstrates the highest level of integrity in dealings with all parties.Effective team player who collaborates and communicates concisely with the project team
HVAC Engineer (Offshore Design)
Location: Doha
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 5 years
Ensure Technical/Engineering Dossier is delivered with a robust HVAC engineering definition and fit for purpose design that can be procured, fabricated, transported, installed, and operated safely while meeting the requirements of International Standards, COMPANY standard, project Basis of Design, and SOR.o Ensure and coordinate the proper realization of the HVAC design in compliance with International Standards, COMPANY Standards, project specifications and procedures, time schedule, required level of quality and safety.o Challenge Contractors on the proposed design, oversee the development of the HVAC design including, HVAC Basis of Design, HVAC philosophy HVAC equipment specifications, load calculation, HVAC routing and drawings etc.o Promote field technical optimization/cost savings, ensuring first that they are compliant with the project schedule and the contracts, liaising with the Engineering Coordinator.o Promote alternatives for design in brownfield environment to reduce and to optimize the offshore installations weight & duration.o Identify HVAC engineering technical decisions to be made. Define and manage clear way forward for these decisions to be made and report to Engineering Coordinator.o Work with weight control engineer and engineering team to ensure close weight monitoring and control of weight.o Contribute to the proper realization of the identification of and specification of the LLI.o Ensure close coordination with other disciplines on all engineering, constructability, and operational matters.o Ensure that relevant feedback/lesson learned from previous similar projects are considered in the design performance.o Assist in planning and preparation of HVAC discipline kick-off meeting with Contractor.o Support procurement engineering including Technical Bid Evaluations, and vendor documents review, and assist in manufacture site visit.o Support fabrication and construction engineering on review of engineering documents, modification approval, non-conformity reviews and assist in closer of punch lists.o Support project during installation and hookup stage and review/approval work-pack, review of red-marksEnsure thorough, efficient, and timely review of project HVAC discipline documents, realization of potential derogations to the standards, and challenge the design to achieve an optimize and fit for purpose outcome.o Ensure project documents related to the HVAC discipline are reviewed and commented in a timely manner and in accordance with International Standards, COMPANY standards, project specification and contractual requirements.o Identify any optimization / improvement in the design dossier to be implemented in the early stage of detailed design, promote, and encourage submissions of value engineering proposals.o Promote fit for purpose design to reduce and to optimize planning and costs.o Coordinate and issue project response to contractors and vendors requests on engineering design clarifications and Technical Query Request (TQR).o Identify the protentional deviations to the COMPANY Standards to and assist in preparation of deviation package.o Consult E&C department to process HVAC derogation requests and interface with relevant TRP (Technical Reference Person) to secure needed approvals.o Review of final project documentation including final dossiers and as-built drawings.Assisting to project studies and meetings related to the HVAC discipline as per project approved gate levels and design maturity.o Assist to define, follow up and evaluate the HVAC discipline studies to be carried out by Contractors, ensure the studies completed as per approved project gate and maturity.o Assist in preparation and attend to project studies including model review, HAZID, HAZOP, constructability review, Project Reviews (PRs).o Provide technical answers and clarifications to internal project audit sessions (PR, HAZOP, HAZID, etc.…).o Participate in weekly engineering meetings with Contractor, and in specific ad hoc meetings as required by management.o Assist in preparation of engineering progress reports detailing HVAC discipline progress across schedule.o Risks and technical issues to ensure accurate and timely information available to Package Management Team.Identifying potential risks and scope changes within the HVAC discipline, conducting initial impact assessment to provide detailed information to Engineering Coordinator.o Identify potential engineering scope change related to HVAC discipline, carry out initial technical assessment in order to provide accurate information to Engineering Coordinator.o Ensure efficient communication with all other COMPANY engineering and functional team members.o Ensure the design follows the approved SOR, Basis of Design and project & International standards, capture and manage any changes as per project change management plan.o Ensure smooth & close communication with Engineering coordinator as well as other Discipline Engineers to identify any possible issues or discrepancies in design and tackle accordingly.o Team spirit and pro-active work are expected in order to deliver fast track project lead by improvement and optimization.
HVAC Commissioning Lead (O&G)
Location: Doha
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 5 years
Demonstrate personal SHES leadership and excellent SHES behaviours at all times and ensures that safety expectations are communicated and maintained. Perform as a safety leader through auditing, setting and exhibiting the highest standards. Actively participate in Toolbox Talks, Task Instructions and SHES related walkdowns.Ensure that Contractor / Subcontractor are conducting works safely and in accordance with all Permits to Work and safety practices.Assist Contractor with proper preparation of all permits to work and job safety analysis submissions. Including acting as PTW issuing / receiving / performing authority where required.Ensure System Completion activities, including all required testing, walkdowns, documentation, are performed and delivered as per contractual requirements.Review, develop and provide technical advice and guidance in the development of procedures, method statements, work packs, check sheets, check sheet allocation matrix, schedules, reports etc. to enable work execution and reporting.Review planning deliverables including execution plans and ensure activities are adequately, planned, resourced, managed and schedule is realistic and achievable.Provides clear guidance and facilitates resolution of conflict and problem-solving. In addition, actively seeks out work gaps and supports contractor to close out.Predominantly field based to assist and witness the execution of assigned area Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning & Completions activities.Indirectly supervise a multi-national of commissioning professionals providing pre-commissioning and commissioning direction, expertise & guidance, to lead safe execution of the Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning scope of work in accordance with project deliverables and execution schedule. Demonstrate leadership in planning and execution driving contractor to deliver as per project milestones.Report generation and validating / invalidating testing and commissioning results.Assist in other discipline activities where required.
Projektingenieur HVDC (w/m/d)
Location: Nürnberg
Branche: Renewable Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 1 years
Erstellen von Designspezifikationen für Hochspannungskomponenten von HVDC und Grid Access Anlagen Durchführen von technischen Klärungen im Projekt Technische und kommerzielle Bewertung von Hochspannungskomponenten Unterstützung bei der technischen Auslegung und Standardisierung von Hochspannungskomponenten innerhalb von weltweiten HVDC und Grid Access Projekten Unterstützung bei der Erstellung von Kostenkalkulationen in Angebotsprojekten
Electrical Engineer
Location: Den Haag
Branche: Energy Power Plants
Expertise: Engineering & Design
Experience: 3 years
Develop comprehensive electrical or mechanical designs for E-houses. Investigate and advise on subjects such as mechanical or electrical interfacing, layouts, choice of components, fire safety, HVAC, electrical systems, cabling, and containment. Interface with colleagues on low voltage, medium voltage, and busbar systems. Review basic and detailed designs and project-related documentation. Proactively communicate with customers and suppliers on project-related aspects. Organize and attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT). Prepare technical documentation packages. Provide in-office support for production and on-site delivery. Ensure proper project closing and handover. Initiate and execute process, product, and project improvements.
Common HVAC engineer responsibilities
An HVAC engineer is responsible for performing a range of tasks. Responsibilities may include:
- Conducting research on new technologies to develop efficient HVAC designs;
- Providing technical support to other engineers on projects or issues related to HVAC;
- Calculating, designing, constructing, and maintaining heating, ventilation, and air conditioning for residential, public, and commercial buildings;
- Analyzing building plans to determine the HVAC unit number for each building type and room or floor of the building;
- Evaluating customer needs and recommending solutions in line with them;
- Determining the best place for installing HVAC equipment in a building;
- Coordinating with contractors to ensure new installations meet building codes and regulations on time;
- Working with contractors to ensure existing HVAC systems are working properly;
- Inspecting chillers, boilers, air handling units, and refrigeration equipment;
- Traveling to sites to design, install, maintain HVAC systems;
Ensuring the safety of everyone at all times.
Qualifications for HVAC engineers
HVAC engineers should possess at least a Bachelor's degree in HVAC Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. In some countries, a professional certification may be required.
Additional supporting skills and experience include:
- Some prior experience with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, building design, or mechanical-electrical systems, including from an internship or apprenticeship is recommended;
- Strong understanding of buildings and construction;
- Ability to use diverse tools and machines;
- Strong team collaboration and customer service skills;
- Logical thinking skills and attention to detail.
