HVAC Project Engineer - Custom Equipment & CAD

Daikin Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary + Superannuation +

Performance bonus

On‑the‑job training

Discounted Bupa Health Fund

Fitness Passport – access to hundreds?

Flare Benefit – discounted gifts

Be part of the global number 1 HVAC

Free parking on site

Job summary

Daikin Australia is seeking a talented Project Engineer specialising in AHU and custom HVAC equipment to join our local manufacturing operations. You will lead the development, design and execution of Make to Order HVAC projects, optimizing designs for quality, performance and Australian standards.

In this hands-on role you will create detailed drawings, 3D models, and production instructions, collaborate across procurement, QA and sales, and provide on-site technical support to production teams

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (Mechanical preferred); CPEng/MIEAust advantageous.
• 3–5 years in a project or design engineering role within the Australian HVAC industry.
• Hands-on CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Revit) and HVAC fundamentals.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, DFMA, and energy‑efficient design.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed drawings, 3D models, and cost estimations for custom HVAC products in support of sales and business development activities.
• Develop accurate manufacturing drawings and production instructions for successful project tenders.
• Specify and select high‑quality materials, components, and equipment aligned with project scope, industry standards, and sustainability goals.
• Provide hands‑on technical support to production teams during assembly and fabrication, troubleshooting design and technical issues as they arise.
• Maintain complete technical documentation, project schedules, and progress reports while collaborating cross‑functionally across procurement, quality assurance, and sales teams.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Continuous improvement

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical)

Professional accreditation (CPEng, MIEAust) advantageous

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Daikin Australia is seeking a talented Project Engineer specialising in AHU and custom HVAC equipment to join our local manufacturing operations. You will lead the development, design and execution of Make to Order HVAC projects, optimizing designs for quality, performance and Australian standards.

In this hands-on role you will create detailed drawings, 3D models, and production instructions, collaborate across procurement, QA and sales, and provide on-site technical support to production teams