Senior/ Lead Engineer (HVAC)

Lektus Infrastructure; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Lektus Infrastructure in Pune, India, seeks a Lead Engineer (HVAC) to head HVAC design and engineering projects with a focus on commercial and residential buildings.

The role requires 8–10 years of HVAC design experience, BE/BTech in Mechanical, and strong leadership and English communication skills to collaborate across time zones and with partners like IGER.

Qualifications

• BE/BTech (Mechanical) degree.
• 8+ years of HVAC design & modelling experience.
• Knowledge of HVAC design standards and energy efficiency.
• Strong English communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC design concepts for commercial and residential buildings, including system selection and layout.
• Lead detailed design of heating, cooling, ventilation and related systems with complete packages.
• Perform load calculations and energy simulations to validate designs.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, electrical and plumbing teams to resolve conflicts.

Skills

HVAC Design

Leadership

English Proficiency

BIM Coordination

Team Collaboration

Education

BE/B.Tech (Mechanical)

Tools

Revit MEP

Revit Linear

AutoCAD

Navisworks / BIM 360

ACC / BIM 360

Job description

Company Description:

Lektus Infrastructure (India), a subsidiary of Lektus Sweden AB, stands out for its expertise in Engineering Design and Digital Engineering Services within the Infrastructure and Industry sectors. Our collaborative partner IGER, specialists in the Building sector with a focus on residential, commercial buildings, and special structures. As we expand our capabilities and continue to deliver top-tier services, we are seeking talented individuals to join our teams and contribute to our exciting and impactful projects.

Job Title: Lead Engineer (HVAC)

Domain: Building Servies, HVAC Design

Job Location: Pune

Experience: 8-10 Years

Education: BE / B.Tech (Mechanical)

Employment Type: Full Time

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and technically proficient Lead Engineer (HVAC) to Lead our Engineering Team for HVAC Design & Engineering projects. This role requires strong technical expertise, proven leadership capabilities, and the ability to collaborate effectively across time zones with a thorough understanding of HVAC Design and Standards.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop HVAC design concepts for commercial and residential buildings, including system selection, zoning strategies, air distribution layouts, and plant room configurations from the earliest project stages.
• Lead the detailed design of heating, cooling, ventilation, air handling, and exhaust systems, producing comprehensive design packages including floor plans, sections, schematics, equipment schedules, and specifications.
• Perform and oversee heating and cooling load calculations (e.g., VDI 2078, DIN EN 12831), psychrometric analyses, duct and pipe sizing, pressure drop calculations, and energy simulations to validate design decisions.
• Evaluate, select, and specify HVAC equipment (AHUs, chillers, boilers, heat pumps, fan coil units, VRF/VRV systems, etc.) based on performance, energy efficiency, lifecycle cost, and project requirements.
• Design duct and piping distribution networks, including routing, sizing, insulation specifications, expansion provisions, and coordination with other building services.
• Integrate energy-efficient design strategies, heat recovery systems, renewable energy sources, and passive design principles in line with Germany's climate targets and nearly zero-energy building (nZEB) requirements.
• Coordinate HVAC designs with architectural, structural, electrical, and plumbing disciplines to resolve spatial conflicts, ensure adequate clearances, and maintain design integrity using BIM-based clash detection workflows.
• Ensure all designs comply with German building codes and standards (EnEV/GEG, DIN, VDI), European directives (EPBD, F-Gas Regulation, ErP), and relevant local requirements.
• Develop and maintain internal design standards, templates, and drawing conventions to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency across projects.
• Provide Technical Guidance to Junior Engineers and BIM modelers in the team.
• Ensure compliance with IGERs Quality Management Procedures.
• Deliver projects on time and to quality and budget.

Required Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, with a focus on HVAC Design & Engineering.
• At least 8 years of experience in designing and delivering HVAC Design and Modelling projects.
• Understanding of European fire safety regulations (e.g., EN 13501 fire classification), acoustic performance standards, and thermal/energy efficiency requirements (e.g., Passive House / nZEB standards).
• Knowledge of relevant European Building Codes and HVAC Design Standards, i.e., Euro Codes.
• Must have experience with projects from Europe or USA in Residential and Commercial projects.
• Strong spoken and written English communication skills are essential.
• Excellent leadership and team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative skills with clients, stakeholders, project management, and design teams

Software Skills:

• Revit MEP
• Revit Linear
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk Navisworks, ACC / BIM 360