Principal Mechanical Engineer - HVAC Leader (Hybrid)

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer with a strong HVAC focus to lead design and specification of complex heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems for commercial and industrial projects.

The role encompasses client liaison, project management, technical oversight, and mentoring of junior engineers within a hybrid work setting that blends office collaboration with remote tasks.

Qualifications

• Extensive HVAC design experience for commercial and industrial projects.
• Strong leadership, mentoring and client liaison skills.
• In-depth knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and HVAC codes.
• Experience with project management and delivering energy-efficient solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and specification of HVAC systems.
• Oversee technical aspects and quality assurance.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with clients.
• Manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.

Skills

HVAC design

Project management

Mentoring

Client liaison

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Energy modelling

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer with a strong HVAC focus to lead design and specification of complex heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems for commercial and industrial projects.

The role encompasses client liaison, project management, technical oversight, and mentoring of junior engineers within a hybrid work setting that blends office collaboration with remote tasks.