HVAC Engineer - Energy (W/M)

ALTEN; Lyon; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking an HVAC Engineer to design, install, and maintain heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for nuclear sector projects. You will analyze requirements for thermal comfort and air quality, perform thermal and airflow studies, and prepare technical documentation.

You will also oversee on-site installation and participate in commissioning tests, ensuring compliance with nuclear safety standards and industry regulations.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (Bac+5) or Master’s in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated experience in a similar HVAC/nuclear role is preferred.
• Interest in safety culture and rigorous environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs and specify requirements for thermal comfort and air quality.
• Conduct thermal and airflow studies and size ventilation systems.
• Prepare technical reports and assist in layout planning.
• Supervise on-site installation and participate in commissioning tests.

Skills

English fluency

French fluency

Nuclear safety culture

Fuel cycle knowledge

PWRs knowledge

Safety-critical operations

Education

Master’s degree in engineering (Bac+5)

Job description

As a leader in Engineering and IT Services, ALTEN comprises nearly 60,000 employees, 88% of whom are engineers. Operating in more than 30 countries, the Group supports its clients' development strategies in the fields of innovation, R&D, and technological information systems.

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Description Du Poste

As an HVAC Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, installation, and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for projects in the nuclear sector.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Needs Assessment: Analyze input data and evaluate requirements for thermal comfort and air quality.
• Thermal and Airflow Studies: Conduct thermal and airflow analyses and size ventilation systems.
• Technical Documentation: Prepare technical reports and contribute to layout planning.
• Installation Supervision: Oversee the installation of systems on-site and participate in commissioning tests.

Qualifications

Profile

• You hold a degree from an engineering school or a Master’s degree (Bac +5) and have prior experience in a similar role, ideally in an agile environment. You demonstrate a strong interest in the technical aspects of this field.

Key Skills

Proficiency in professional English and French

• A solid understanding of nuclear safety culture, adopting its principles and methods daily
• Knowledge of the fuel cycle and the functioning of PWRs (Pressurized Water Reactors), including associated risks and challenges
• Familiarity with the nuclear environment and best practices for safety-critical activities (installations, systems, equipment, operations, etc.)

Informations supplémentaires

• Growth opportunities: ALTEN boots your career, enabling rapid growth aligned with your aspirations. With dedicated support, access to training, and certification opportunities, you can enhance your expertise and progress across our four career paths: Specialists, Project Management, Business Management, and Support Functions.
• Sustainable Innovation: Participate in technological innovation projects within a creative, innovative, and solution-driven environment. ALTEN sees sustainability challenges as opportunities to drive research and innovation. With 31% of our internal R&D focused on sustainable innovation, we aim to turn challenges into value-creating solutions that propel progress.
• Environmental Responsibility: ALTEN is committed to minimizing its environmental impact while promoting sustainable growth. Our objective is to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, a goal that guides our operations and strategic initiatives.