Lead HVAC Design Engineer – Energy-Efficient Building Systems

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 820,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Generous annual leave

CPD/training

Career advancement

Incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical HVAC Engineer for our Welkom, Free State office. You will design and implement advanced HVAC systems for commercial, industrial, and residential projects, collaborating with architects, engineers, and project managers.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, at least 5 years in HVAC design, and proficiency with HAP, Trace 700, BIM/CAD. ECSA registration is desirable. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of HVAC design/engineering experience.
• Proficiency in HVAC design software and load calculation tools (HAP, Trace 700).
• Experience with BIM/CAD software and energy modeling is preferred.
• Professional registration with ECSA is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer HVAC systems for diverse building types with focus on energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
• Perform load calculations, system sizing, and equipment selection for HVAC systems.
• Prepare detailed design documentation including drawings, schematics, specs, and BOQ.
• Use BIM/CAD tools for design coordination and project deliverables.
• Conduct energy modeling to optimize system efficiency and sustainability.
• Collaborate across disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Visit sites to monitor installations and ensure design intent.
• Troubleshoot HVAC issues during construction and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and standards (SANS).
• Prepare technical reports and present proposals to clients.

Skills

HVAC design

Load calculations

BIM/CAD

Engineering analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HAP

Trace 700

BIM/CAD software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical HVAC Engineer for our Welkom, Free State office. You will design and implement advanced HVAC systems for commercial, industrial, and residential projects, collaborating with architects, engineers, and project managers.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, at least 5 years in HVAC design, and proficiency with HAP, Trace 700, BIM/CAD. ECSA registration is desirable. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel are required.