Hybrid HVAC Mechanical Engineer - Design & Project Lead

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Hybrid role

Professional development

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer with HVAC specialization for our Polokwane office. This hybrid role blends on-site project engagement with design and coordination in our engineering team, delivering complex HVAC systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings.

You will design, specify, and manage projects, perform load calculations, and ensure compliance with SANS and SA regulations, while collaborating with architects, electrical and structural engineers,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years of HVAC design and project engineering experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP and HVAC load software (HAP, Trace 700).
• Knowledge of South African building regulations and SANS standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer HVAC systems for diverse building types.
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specs, and tenders.
• Conduct site visits to assess conditions and support installations.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to integrate designs.
• Perform load calculations and energy efficiency assessments.
• Ensure compliance with SANS standards and environmental regulations.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables.
• Review shop drawings and submittals from contractors.
• Troubleshoot HVAC issues during construction and commissioning.
• Stay updated on HVAC technologies and best practices.

Skills

HVAC design

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

HAP

Trace 700

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Heat transfer

SA building regs

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

HAP

Trace 700

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer with HVAC specialization for our Polokwane office. This hybrid role blends on-site project engagement with design and coordination in our engineering team, delivering complex HVAC systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings.

You will design, specify, and manage projects, perform load calculations, and ensure compliance with SANS and SA regulations, while collaborating with architects, electrical and structural engineers,