Senior HVAC Engineer

R.W. Sullivan Engineering; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

R.W. Sullivan Engineering is looking for a Senior HVAC Engineer to lead project design and planning. You will supervise a team, ensure compliance with all regulations, and be involved in all aspects of the HVAC systems' design for commercial, institutional, and public buildings.

Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background, at least 8 years of HVAC design experience, and the ability to manage projects effectively. A PE license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years HVAC design experience.
• Full knowledge of HVAC applications in various building types.
• Prior team leadership or management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC Engineer on projects, coordinating all aspects.
• Responsible for design and production of HVAC systems.
• Perform Construction Administration duties including site visits.

Skills

Technical background in HVAC systems

Knowledge of state building codes

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Job description

The Senior HVAC Engineer will be responsible for all aspects of design and planning of projects; acts as Lead Engineer on projects; represents RWS in meetings; supervises team of designers and drafters; may act as Project Manager on selected projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC Engineer on projects. Coordinating all aspects of the projects with the Project Manager and Team Leader
• Responsible for the design and production of heating, cooling, ventilation, and exhaust (HVAC) systems; including but not limited to attending meetings and site walk-throughs, performing site surveys, coordination with other disciplines/consultants, and preparation of narratives/reports, drawings, and specifications for all assigned projects
• Construction Administration duties including field visits and reports, RFI and submittals reviews, and issuance of bulletins
• All engineering aspects of the projects that they are assigned to
• All technical content of contract documents, including drawings, specs, report, etc.
• Reviewing conceptual design with the Team Leader and/or Technical Director; Completion of projects/tasks to meet dates on the job list that they are assigned to
• Coordination with the project manager and other team members on all technical aspects of the project
• Ensuring HVAC work is within the scope of the proposal and on budget
• Ensuring QA/QC process is carried out per RWS standards and informing PM
• Completion of the QC checklist

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 8 years HVAC design experience

Qualifications

• Possess a strong technical background, and knowledge of HVAC systems and their applications for various commercial, institutional, medical, and public buildings such as healthcare, biotech, higher education, office, and large mixed-use residential buildings and hotels.
• Full knowledge and understanding of state building codes, energy codes and NFPA codes
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and clients
• PE is preferred. Prior team leadership or management a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills