HVAC Engineer

ALTRON SMART TECHNOLOGY SERVICES L.L.C.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTRON SMART TECHNOLOGY SERVICES L.L.C. in Abu Dhabi seeks an HVAC technician to install, test, commission, operate and maintain data center cooling systems, ensuring reliable performance.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on chillers, CRAC/CRAH, AHUs, and pumps, monitor via BMS, coordinate with electrical and IT teams, and uphold health, safety and local codes. This role supports build-outs and requires accurate record-keeping.

Qualifications

• HVAC certification (EPA, ASHRAE, etc.).
• BMS controls training with brands like Schneider or Johnson Controls.
• Data center certifications (CDCTP, CDCP, or Uptime).
• OSHA/NEBOSH health and safety training.
• Strong English communication (spoken and written).
• Experience with preventive maintenance and CMMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, commission, operate, and maintain HVAC systems in data centers.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on chillers, CRAC/CRAH, AHUs, pumps, and valves.
• Diagnose and repair HVAC faults and mechanical failures efficiently.
• Monitor HVAC performance via BMS and control systems for optimal cooling.
• Conduct temperature, airflow, and cooling checks to meet data center requirements.
• Support system installations and upgrades during build-outs.
• Coordinate with electrical, UPS, and IT teams during commissioning and live ops.
• Maintain maintenance records and service reports.
• Ensure compliance with ASHRAE, SMACNA, and local codes.
• Participate in emergency response, risk assessments, and HSE audits.

Skills

HVAC Certification

BMS Training

Data Center Certifications

Health & Safety

English communication

CMMS familiarity

Job description

• Install, test, commission, operate, and maintain HVAC and mechanical systems in data center environments.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, AHUs, cooling towers, pumps, valves, and related equipment.
• Diagnose and repair HVAC system faults and mechanical failures efficiently.
• Monitor HVAC performance via BMS and control systems, ensuring optimal cooling capacity and redundancy.
• Conduct temperature, airflow, and cooling capacity checks to meet data center operational requirements.
• Support HVAC system installations, upgrades, and modifications during data center build-outs and expansions.
• Coordinate with electrical, UPS, and IT teams during commissioning and live operations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, service reports, logs, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and mechanical standards, manufacturer guidelines, and applicable codes (ASHRAE, SMACNA, local regulations).
• Participate in emergency response, fault escalation, risk assessments, and HSE audits.

Desired Candidate Profile

• HVAC Certification (EPA, ASHRAE, etc.)
• BMS Controls Training (e.g., Schneider, Johnson Controls)
• Data Center Certifications (CDCTP, CDCP, or Uptime-accredited training)
• Health & Safety (OSHA, NEBOSH, or equivalent)
• Good communication skills in English (spoken and written)
• Familiar with preventive maintenance practices and CMMS systems