Specialist / Lead HVAC Engineer

Penspen Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly experienced HVAC Engineer to lead the design and implementation of HVAC systems for large-scale offshore projects. This role requires a deep understanding of HVAC engineering, with responsibilities ranging from preparing technical specifications to ensuring compliance with international codes and standards. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, showcasing strong project management skills and a proven ability to work with multidisciplinary teams. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will contribute to innovative and efficient engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in civil and structural engineering within oil & gas.
• Proven track record in HVAC design, installation, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Identify scope and schedule changes according to the Change Control Process.
• Prepare HVAC Data Sheets and technical specifications for equipment.

Skills

HVAC Design

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

FEED and Detailed Design

Knowledge of International Codes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

HVAC Engineering Software

Structural Analysis Tools

Job description

Responsibilities :

• Identifying scope and schedule changes in accordance with Change Control Process.
• Delivering written work including Equipment Specifications and Design Assessment Reports. Maintaining therequired technical quality of work.
• Ensuring that design complies with the relevant procedures and regulations.
• Review of Contract Scope of Work, Design Basis, BEDD, Project Specifications, Equipment & Package Data Sheet, Control Room & other Rooms/Shelters Layout & Architectural Drawings, Duct Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs & D&IDs), Plot plans, GA Drawings, Fire & Gas Detection layouts, Philosophies, HSE requirements and other relevant documents.
• Review proposal engineering document and assist Lead Engineer in identifying discrepancies and divergences from original proposal and raising technical queries to projects/client.
• Assist Lead Engineer in FEED verification & Design Review activities.
• Identifying engineering deliverables, scheduling activities, and preparation of Technical Document Register (TDR) for the Project.
• Prepare HVAC Data Sheets & Schematics including equipment sizing, heat load calculations, ventilation calculations, pressurizations calculations etc.
• Prepare technical specifications for equipment & package including design conditions, utility requirements, metallurgy specifications, environmental regulations, and equipment interfaces with the plant facility.
• Develop HVAC control system operational philosophy and provide I/O point inputs to Vendor for design of HVAC control system. Ensure F&G System & HVAC Control System Interfaces with Instrumentation.
• Ensure interfacing & integration of equipment/package with the plant & facilities by issuance of engineering documents for Inter-Discipline Checks (IDC’s), and managing technical interfaces amongst various disciplines by capturing changes as work progresses.
• Review of engineering documents from other disciplines through Inter-Discipline Checks (IDC’s) and provide inputs & comments relevant to HVAC Units and interfacing.
• Prepare RFQ (Inquiry Requisitions) of Equipment, perform bid evaluations activity, and prepare Technical Bid Evaluation Report (TBE) for review and approvals.
• Prepare Purchase Requisition (Technical), finalize Supplier Document requirement, and participate in KOM with Suppliers.
• Review test procedures and attend shop performance tests of equipment & packages at supplier works. Review shop test reports and advise acceptance or recommendations on test reports.

Minimum Qualification:

Highly experienced HVAC Engineer with a proven track record of successful design, installation and maintenance of HVAC systems. Possesses a deep understanding of all aspects of HVAC engineering.

• Bachelor’s degreein Engineering (Master’s degree is a plus).
• 15+ years of experiencein civil and structural engineering within theoil & gasindustry.
• Proven experience inFEED, detailed design, andoffshore projects.
• Strong knowledge of engineering design software and structural analysis tools.
• In-depth understanding ofinternational codes, standards, and regulations.
• Experience with project management and leadership in large-scale projects.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Offshore project experienceis a must, with a solid understanding of the unique challenges in this field.