Sr. HVAC Design Engineer

Innowell Engineering International; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Innowell Group in Chennai is seeking a Sr. HVAC Design Engineer to lead HVAC system design for a range of building projects.

The role is full-time and on-site, requiring load calculations, equipment sizing, and detailed duct and piping layouts, with collaboration across MEP disciplines and BIM modeling to deliver energy-efficient solutions. You will prepare drawings and specifications, review inputs, mentor junior engineers, and participate in project meetings to ensure timely, accurate delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC design principles and calculations.
• Experience with CAD/BIM tools for documentation.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC system design for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
• Perform load calculations, equipment sizing, and duct/piping layouts.
• Coordinate with plumbing and electrical teams and BIM modeling efforts.
• Prepare design drawings, specs, and reviews with stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in project meetings.

Skills

HVAC Design

BIM Coordination

Thermodynamics

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Company Description Innowell Group is a multidisciplinary engineering firm with expertise in delivering integrated solutions across MEP Design, BIM, and Sustainability for the built environment. The team supports clients in commercial real estate, industrial facilities, datacenters, public infrastructure, and other sectors, focusing on building performance, energy efficiency, and ESG alignment. Services span HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, BIM for MEP and industrial piping, and comprehensive sustainability and ESG advisory. Innowell also guides organizations through ESG reporting, green building certifications, GHG accounting, and energy and IAQ optimization. The company operates across multiple locations, including Chennai, Bengaluru, Dhaka, Hyderabad, Melbourne, Sivakasi, and Dubai.

Role Description The Sr. HVAC Design Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Chennai, responsible for leading HVAC system design for a variety of building projects. This role includes performing load calculations, equipment sizing, and duct and piping layout, as well as integrating HVAC designs with plumbing, electrical, and other MEP disciplines. The engineer will prepare detailed design documents, drawings, and specifications, coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, and ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements. Day-to-day activities involve reviewing project inputs, conducting technical analyses, supporting BIM modeling efforts, and contributing to energy-efficient and sustainable design solutions. The role also includes mentoring junior engineers, supporting quality reviews, and participating in project meetings to drive timely and accurate delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in HVAC Design and HVAC system engineering for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Mechanical Engineering fundamentals, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.
• Experience performing detailed Calculations for cooling/heating loads, equipment sizing, and system performance.
• Knowledge of Plumbing design principles and integration with overall MEP systems.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (ASHRAE, ISHRAE, local building codes) and best practices in HVAC and MEP design.
• Ability to work with CAD/BIM tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) for design documentation and coordination.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and drafting skills, with attention to accuracy and constructability.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with experience coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline; prior experience in a senior HVAC design role is highly beneficial.