Hvac design engineer (Senior Level)

AL FANIAH A/C SYSTEM CONT/LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

AL FANIAH A/C SYSTEM CONT/LLC in Dubai is seeking a Mechanical Engineer specializing in HVAC system design. You will perform heating and cooling load calculations, design Chillers, AHU, VRV, DX and packaged units, and prepare layouts, schedules and technical specs for diverse projects.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years UAE/GCC experience, strong knowledge of ASHRAE/SMACNA/NFPA standards, and proficiency with Carrier HAP, AutoCAD and Revit/BIM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or HVAC/Building Services.
• Minimum 5 years HVAC design experience, UAE/GCC/INDIA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC design principles and psychrometrics.
• Proficiency with Carrier HAP or equivalent load-calculation software.
• AutoCAD proficiency; Revit/BIM is an advantage.
• Familiarity with UAE local authority requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform heating and cooling load calculations and equipment sizing.
• Design HVAC systems including Chillers, AHU, VRV, DX and ventilation.
• Prepare layouts, schematics, BOQ, BOM and technical specs.
• Coordinate designs with MEP disciplines and review drawings.
• Support site works, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Ensure compliance with ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA and UAE standards.

Skills

HVAC design

Load calculations

Coordination

Communication

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Carrier HAP

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

TRACE

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform heating and cooling
• Load calculations
• Using HAP or equivalent HVAC software
• Design and size HVAC systems including Chillers and chilled-water systems, AHU, FAHU, FCUVRF, VRV systems, DX and packaged units, Ventilation and fresh-air systems, Exhaust and smoke-extraction systems
• Perform duct sizing, chilled-water refrigerant pipe sizing, pressure-drop and ESP calculations
• Select HVAC equipment based on project requirements, performance, efficiency, space constraints and operating conditions
• Prepare HVAC layouts, schematics, equipment schedules, sections, details and design calculations
• Prepare BOQ, BOM, material take-offs, technical specifications and equipment schedules
• Coordinate HVAC designs with architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, firefighting and BMS disciplines
• Review consultant drawings, specifications, tender documents, RFIs and technical requirements
• Prepare and review shop drawings and respond to technical comments
• Review equipment selections, supplier quotations, technical submittals, datasheets and material samples
• Support project teams during installation, site inspections, testing, balancing, commissioning and handover
• Identify design clashes and site constraints and provide practical engineering solutions
• Ensure designs comply with applicable ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA project specifications and UAE authority requirements
• Assist with energy-efficiency and value-engineering initiatives
• Maintain design calculations, drawings, revisions, technical submissions and project documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or HVAC/Building Services Engineering
• Min 5 years of HVAC design experience, preferably within the UAE/GCC/INDIA
• Strong knowledge of HVAC design principles, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and psychrometrics
• Practical experience with Carrier HAP or equivalent load-calculation software
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Revit/BIM experience is an advantage
• Good knowledge of HVAC equipment selection and system sizing
• Familiarity with ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA and applicable UAE/local authority requirements
• Experience with Dubai Municipality, Civil Defence, DEWA, DDA or other relevant authority requirements is an advantage
• Strong coordination, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills

• Revit MEP / BIM coordination
• HAP / TRACE / equivalent HVAC calculation software
• AutoCAD / MS Excel
• HVAC equipment selection software
• Knowledge of BMS/control systems
• Knowledge of energy-efficiency HVAC design and sustainability requirements
• UAE driving license is an advantage

Key Competencies

• HVAC system design and calculations
• Equipment selection and sizing
• Duct and piping design
• Technical documentation
• MEP coordination
• Authority compliance
• Site troubleshooting
• Consultant/client coordination
• Cost and value engineering
• Project time management