HVAC Engineering Lead – Project Delivery & Technical Oversight

Mecad Systems; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Mecad Systems in Johannesburg seeks a technically strong engineering leader to own engineering integrity and delivery quality across the Gauteng operation. The role blends engineering review, site problem-solving, leadership, and decisive technical decision-making.

The ideal candidate will have 7–10+ years in HVAC/building services and a track record delivering complex commercial installations while mentoring project teams and enforcing high standards to prevent site failures.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7–10+ years experience in HVAC/building services/mechanical systems.
• Strong project delivery background.
• Experience managing technical teams or project managers.
• Strong understanding of commercial installations and site coordination.
• Ability to read and critique technical designs and system layouts.

Responsibilities

• Technical Oversight: Review and validate quotations and system designs for feasibility and compliance.
• Project Delivery Leadership: Lead project teams to deliver on time, safely, and within budget.
• Technical Escalation: Act as senior escalation point for complex design, installation, and commissioning challenges.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure compliance with SANS and OHSA requirements and QA procedures.
• Team Development: Build a strong technical culture and mentor engineering and project teams.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Engineering review

Problem solving

Quality assurance

Compliance knowledge

Risk identification

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Mecad Systems in Johannesburg seeks a technically strong engineering leader to own engineering integrity and delivery quality across the Gauteng operation. The role blends engineering review, site problem-solving, leadership, and decisive technical decision-making.

The ideal candidate will have 7–10+ years in HVAC/building services and a track record delivering complex commercial installations while mentoring project teams and enforcing high standards to prevent site failures.