Building Services HVAC Expert

Intech Recruitment.; St Albans; On-site; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing and research consultancy is seeking a Building Service HVAC Expert in St Albans. This role involves working with HVAC teams on projects, recording and analysing test data, and undertaking studies. The ideal candidate should possess practical experience in scientific and engineering principles, excellent customer relationship skills, and be self-motivated yet team-oriented. A degree or equivalent in a related field is desired. The role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable practical aptitude in scientific and engineering principles.
• Good report writing and presentation skills.
• Experience in laboratory and field-based work.

Responsibilities

• Work with HVAC Team on laboratory and field-based projects.
• Record and analyse test data and prepare reports.
• Undertake desk-based studies and small-scale research.

Skills

Practical experience in building services

Excellent customer relationship skills

Good verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Self-motivated and team-oriented

Willingness to travel

Education

Degree in engineering or science-related subject

Job description

Overview

Building Service HVAC Expert to£45,000, Hemel Hempstead. A leading testing and research consultancy are seeking a skilled Building services HVAC engineer. The ideal candidate would also have project management or some form of workplace managerial/supervisory experience. They should also have a rigorous approach to their work and experience in a UKAS accredited testing or scientific research environment would be an advantage. The team currently carries out a diverse range of testing and consultancy for a wide range of commercial and government clients. The work is usually related to HVAC engineering in buildings and other internal environments. The work is often highly practical, involving building investigations or development and operation of special test rigs and mock-ups, but it can include desk-based studies and requires an understanding of the underlying physics and engineering.

The job will also include testing a range of products and systems to BS and CEN standards including heat pumps and ventilation products, which requires a high degree of accuracy and rigour. There will also be a requirement to assist in the development, construction and maintenance of test rigs. The work is often carried out to very tight budgets and timescale deadlines and requires a flexible and positive attitude to client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Work with HVAC Team on laboratory and field-based projects, liaising with sub-contractors and clients.
• Record and analyse test data and field measurements and prepare reports.
• Undertake desk-based studies and small-scale research.
• Work to Standards and UKAS accredited test procedures.
• Undertake instrument calibrations and keep calibration records up-to-date.
• Assist in the development of new and one-off test procedures based on recognised standards as required, including test rig design.
• Work within the HVAC Team to develop and expand testing and consultancy work.

Essential requirements

• Practical experience and/or demonstrable practical aptitude and interest in application of scientific and engineering principles to solving real-world problems, ideally, but not necessarily, in building services.
• Excellent customer relationship skills.
• Good verbal and written presentation and report writing skills.
• Good organisational and accurate record keeping.
• Self-motivated and focussed but also ability to work in a team.
• Able to undertake practical laboratory and field-based work which may include the use of access equipment when required.
• Willingness to travel in the UK as required.
• Holder of a valid UK driving license.

Desirable

• Educated to degree or equivalent level and above in an engineering or science-related subject.
• Experience of working in a building services engineering related environment such as contracting, research or commercial consultancy.
• Commercial/financial awareness and business development experience.
• Sound knowledge/interest in current affairs relating to the environment and buildings and government policy implications.

How to apply

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