HVAC Engineer (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Engineer)

Hounen Solar America Inc.; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Hounen Solar America Inc. is seeking an HVAC Facility Engineer to oversee operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of HVAC and mechanical utility systems across manufacturing and office facilities.

You will ensure stable environmental conditions, reliability, and regulatory compliance while supporting energy efficiency and project work. The role requires 5+ years of HVAC/facility engineering experience in manufacturing, with a B.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years HVAC or facility engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with HVAC, Chilled Water Systems, AHU, Exhaust Systems, Ventilation Systems.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and P&IDs.
• Knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain HVAC systems supporting manufacturing and office areas.
• Ensure environmental conditions meet production requirements (temp, humidity, pressure, ventilation).
• Troubleshoot HVAC, chilled water, AHUs, exhaust and ventilation systems.
• Coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Support facility startup, commissioning, and equipment installation projects.
• Work with contractors during installation, repair, and capital projects.
• Monitor BAS/BMS and utility performance.
• Improve energy efficiency and reduce utility consumption.
• Support HVAC qualification and validation activities when required.
• Maintain maintenance records, SOPs, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and local codes.
• Participate in emergency response and after-hours support when necessary.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings & P&IDs

OSHA compliance

Safety regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

BAS/BMS systems

PE HVAC certification

Energy management

Job description

The HVAC Facility Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of HVAC and mechanical utility systems supporting manufacturing and office facilities. This role ensures stable environmental conditions, equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and efficient utility operations to support production.

Essential Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain HVAC systems supporting manufacturing and office areas.
• Ensure temperature, humidity, pressure differential, and ventilation systems meet production requirements.
• Troubleshoot HVAC, chilled water, air handling units (AHUs), exhaust, and ventilation systems.
• Coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Support facility startup, commissioning, and equipment installation projects.
• Work with contractors during installation, repair, and capital projects.
• Monitor building automation systems (BAS/BMS) and utility performance.
• Improve energy efficiency and utility consumption.
• Support HVAC qualification and validation activities when required.
• Maintain maintenance records, SOPs, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and local building codes.
• Participate in emergency response and after-hours support when necessary.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of HVAC or facility engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with:
• HVAC
• Chilled Water Systems
• AHU
• Exhaust Systems
• Ventilation Systems
• Experience reading mechanical drawings and PandIDs.
• Knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.

Preferred

• Semiconductor / Battery / Solar / Electronics manufacturing experience.
• Experience with BAS/BMS systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or HVAC certification.
• Energy management experience.