Lead Mechanical Engineer

MatchaTalent; Tangerang; On-site; IDR 300,000,000 - 550,000,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchaTalent is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) in Indonesia to act as Engineer-in-Charge for major projects, ensuring energy-efficient, constructible HVAC designs that are fully compliant with Indonesian building codes and obtain PBG/SLF approvals.

You will prepare and approve HVAC calculations, ducting and piping layouts, and technical specifications; review shop drawings and RFIs; and mentor junior engineers and draftspeople to ensure on-site execution aligns with design intent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering with STRI and SKA/SKK Level 8.
• 5+ years HVAC design experience with Engineer-in-Charge roles.
• Proficient in HVAC load calculations and ducting/piping systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as Engineer-in-Charge for HVAC projects and ensure compliance.
• Prepare/approve HVAC calculations, layouts, and specs for PBG/SLF.
• Review drawings, RFIs, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

HVAC design

Engineer-in-Charge

Regulatory compliance

Energy efficiency

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering with STRI and SKA/SKK Level 8

Tools

HAP

Elite CHVAC

TRACE 700

AutoCAD

ETABS/SAP2000

Job description

Client Overview:

The client is a professional architectural and engineering consultancy, providing integrated design and technical services for development and industrial projects in Indonesia. Established as a fully licensed consulting entity in 2025, the firm delivers architectural, structural, and MEP engineering services in compliance with Indonesian building regulations and authority requirements, supporting projects from early concept development through detailed design, construction documentation, and statutory approvals, including PBG and SLF submissions.

Serving clients across regulated and technical developments, the firm positions itself as a reliable partner for projects that require strong coordination between design, engineering, and regulatory authorities. Its services ensure that projects are not only well-designed but also technically feasible, compliant, and ready for construction execution.

Job Role:

The Lead Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) serves as the primary technical authority for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. You will be the Engineer-in-Charge (Penanggung Jawab) for projects, ensuring that all designs are energy-efficient, constructible, and fully compliant with Indonesian building codes. Your role is pivotal in bridging high-level design concepts with the technical rigor required for statutory PBG and SLF approvals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Penanggung Jawab Mechanical, taking professional responsibility for HVAC quality and regulatory compliance.


• Prepare and approve HVAC calculations, ducting/piping layouts, and technical specifications for PBG/SLF submissions.


• Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, from early concept to detailed construction documentation.


• Review shop drawings, material submittals, and RFIs to ensure on-site execution aligns with design intent.


• Provide technical guidance and oversight to junior engineers and drafting staff.

Candidate Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with valid STRI and SKA/SKK Level 8 (Ahli Madya).


• Minimum 5 years of HVAC design experience, including responsibility as Engineer-in-Charge on industrial or regulated development projects.


• Expertise in HVAC load calculations, equipment selection, ducting/piping systems (chilled water, VRF, ventilation), and compliance with Indonesian mechanical codes and standards.


• Proficient in HAP, Elite CHVAC, TRACE 700, AutoCAD, and basic ETABS/SAP2000 for mechanical-structural coordination.


• Professional English for technical communication with stakeholders.


• Detail-oriented, technically rigorous, and able to coordinate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

Job Code: #636