Principal HVAC Design Engineer in Croydon

Energy Jobline ZR; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC company seeks a Principal Design Engineer in London & the Home Counties. This role involves overseeing decarbonisation projects, maintaining client relationships, and providing quality assurance on designs. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in HVAC design and a strong network in the industry. The role offers a salary between £62,500 and £75,000, as well as various benefits including a bonus scheme and car allowance.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Optional Car Allowance

Employee-owned trust scheme

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years building services/HVAC design experience.
• Recognised authority in decarbonisation and sustainability.
• Demonstrated success in leading complex, multi-million pound projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical strategy for decarbonisation projects.
• Provide QA/QC on all design deliverables.
• Lead high-value proposals and client presentations.
• Develop and maintain senior-level client relationships.

Skills

Leadership in complex projects

Decarbonisation expertise

Strong professional networking

Education

CEng / MCIBSE (or equivalent)

Job description

Principal HVAC Design Engineer

Location: London & the Home Counties

Salary: £62,500-£75,000

Job Overview

Principal Design Engineer required for our client, a leading HVAC company that has 6 regional offices and has been expanding since it formed over 20 years ago. They offer their customers a complete turnkey solution for the design, installation, service, maintenance, fault finding and repair on a range of HVAC equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical strategy for decarbonisation projects.
• Provide QA/QC on all design deliverables.
• Lead high‑value proposals and client presentations.
• Develop and maintain senior‑level client relationships.
• Mentor engineers across all tiers.
• Lead high‑value and costed proposals to clients, ensuring commercial and technical strength.
• Drive innovation in low‑carbon design and financing models.
• Represent our client at industry events, panels, and conferences.
• Hybrid role with regular UK travel, 40-50% of time at client sites and industry events.

Salary & Benefits

Basic Salary £62,500 - £75,000 DOE

• Bonus Scheme
• Optional Car Allowance
• Employee‑owned trust scheme
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holiday's
• Further package details to be discussed at interview

Qualifications & Requirements

• 10+ years building services/HVAC design experience.
• Recognised authority in decarbonisation and sustainability.
• Demonstrated success in leading complex, multi‑million‑pound projects.
• Strong professional network and proven ability to win work.
• CEng / MCIBSE (or equivalent) preferred.