HVAC Engineer (Oil & Gas)

Candtengineers; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Candtengineers in Kerala seeks an HVAC Engineer with 4–5 years' experience designing HVAC systems for Oil & Gas, industrial, commercial and modular building projects. The role covers heat load calculations, ventilation and pressurization design, equipment sizing and documentation from layouts to BOQs.

You will use AutoCAD, perform duct sizing and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to meet client specifications and international standards. EPC/Oil & Gas exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 4–5 years HVAC experience across Oil & Gas, industrial, commercial and modular projects.
• HVAC load calculations (HAP or equivalent) and duct design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office; knowledge of international standards.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems for Oil & Gas, industrial, commercial and modular buildings.
• Perform heat load calculations and duct sizing; design ventilation and pressurization.
• Size and select HVAC equipment (AHUs, FCUs, chillers, pumps, fans).
• Prepare layouts, piping drawings, MTOs and BOQs; review vendor submissions.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and support commissioning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Coordination

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

An HVAC Engineer with 4-5 years' experience designing heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems for Oil & Gas, industrial, commercial and modular building projects. The role spans heat load calculations, ventilation and pressurization design, equipment sizing and selection, and the full documentation set — layouts, specifications, schedules, MTOs and BOQs — through to vendor document review and commissioning support. Preference is given to candidates with Oil & Gas or EPC project experience.

Responsibilities:

• Design HVAC systems for Oil & Gas, industrial, commercial and modular building projects.
• Perform heat load calculations using HAP or equivalent software.
• Design ventilation, air conditioning, pressurization, smoke extraction and exhaust systems.
• Size and select HVAC equipment including AHUs, FAHUs, FCUs, chillers, pumps, fans and package units.
• Prepare HVAC layouts, ducting, chilled water piping and refrigerant piping drawings.
• Perform duct sizing, pressure loss calculations, pump head calculations and airflow balancing.
• Prepare technical specifications, equipment schedules, MTOs, BOQs and technical reports.
• Review vendor documents, technical submittals and equipment datasheets.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, architectural and process disciplines.
• Ensure designs comply with project specifications, client requirements and international standards.
• Support site engineering, commissioning and technical queries as required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 4-5 years of HVAC engineering experience.
• HVAC load calculations in HAP or equivalent, plus duct design and pressure loss calculations.
• Chilled water, ventilation and pressurization system design; equipment selection and sizing.
• Preparation of technical specifications and MTOs.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (mandatory) and Microsoft Office.
• Good understanding of HVAC design principles, applicable codes and international engineering practice.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and coordination skills, with the ability to run multiple projects to deadline both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.