Project Engineer - HVAC Chiller Systems

Johnson Controls Ltd; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Part time

Job summary

Johnson Controls Ltd invites applications for a Project Engineer - Chillers (Contractual) based in Ahmedabad with project sites across India. The role covers end-to-end execution from installation to commissioning, ensuring safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

A Mechanical/ Electrical background with 3–10 years’ HVAC experience is preferred. The position requires hands-on installation and commissioning skills, strong coordination with stakeholders, and willingness to travel to project

Qualifications

• 3 to 10 years of experience in HVAC or chiller project execution.
• Hands-on experience in installation, testing, and commissioning of chillers.
• Experience handling commercial, industrial, healthcare, data center, or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Execute chiller installation projects from project handover to final commissioning.
• Manage project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and site execution activities.
• Coordinate with customers, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Supervise installation of chillers, pumps, piping, controls, and related HVAC equipment.
• Conduct testing and commissioning activities of water-cooled and air-cooled chillers.
• Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports, commissioning records, and handover documents.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company standards at project sites.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during installation and commissioning stages.
• Participate in customer meetings and provide regular project status updates.
• Coordinate with service and operations teams for smooth project closure and handover.

Skills

HVAC project execution

Chiller installation

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Site coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Project reporting tools

Job description

Project Engineer Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

Role - Project Engineer - Chillers (Contractual) Location: Ahmedabad / Project Sites Across India Employment Type: Contractual (1 Year) Contract Renewal: Subject to performance and business requirements, the contract will be renewed annually.

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer - Chillers to manage end-to-end execution of chiller projects, including installation, testing, commissioning, and project coordination activities. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely project delivery while maintaining quality, safety, and customer satisfaction standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute chiller installation projects from project handover to final commissioning.


• Manage project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and site execution activities.


• Coordinate with customers, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.


• Supervise installation of chillers, pumps, piping, controls, and related HVAC equipment.


• Conduct testing and commissioning activities of water-cooled and air-cooled chillers.


• Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to project timelines and budgets.


• Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports, commissioning records, and handover documents.


• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company standards at project sites.


• Troubleshoot technical issues during installation and commissioning stages.


• Participate in customer meetings and provide regular project status updates.


• Coordinate with service and operations teams for smooth project closure and handover.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.


• 3 to 10 years of experience in HVAC or chiller project execution.


• Hands-on experience in installation, testing, and commissioning of chillers.


• Experience handling commercial, industrial, healthcare, data center, or infrastructure projects.


• Good understanding of HVAC systems, chilled water systems, pumps, piping, and controls.


• Knowledge of project management practices and site coordination.


• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Water-Cooled Chillers and Air-Cooled Chillers.


• Knowledge of BMS integration and HVAC controls.


• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and project specifications.


• Proficiency in MS Office and project reporting tools.


• Willingness to travel extensively to project sites as required.

Experience Level Senior Level