Senior HVAC Design Engineer - Commercial Buildings (Durban)

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance and退休基金

Professional development opportunities

Annual performance bonuses

Company-provided tools and software

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled HVAC Design Engineer for its Durban office. The role covers the full lifecycle of HVAC design from concept to construction administration, requiring close collaboration with project teams, site engineers, and clients.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of HVAC experience, proficiency with HAP/Trace 700, and CAD tools. Registration with ECSA is desirable for professional engineers or technologists, with a focus on energy-efficient building systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HVAC design within building services.
• Proficiency in HVAC design software such as HAP, Trace 700, or similar calculation tools.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit MEP) for construction drawings.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, psychrometrics, and air conditioning principles.
• Knowledge of South African building codes and standards.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer HVAC systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings.
• Perform accurate heating and cooling load calculations using HAP or Trace 700.
• Develop detailed HVAC layouts, schematics, and specifications for tender and construction.
• Select HVAC equipment including chillers, boilers, AHUs, and diffusers.
• Ensure designs comply with building codes and energy regulations.
• Collaborate with architects and other engineers for integrated design.
• Conduct site visits to support construction and resolve design queries.
• Prepare O&M manuals and assist with commissioning and handover.
• Review submittals and shop drawings for design intent.

Skills

HVAC design

Thermodynamics

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HAP

Trace 700

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

Placements24 seeks a skilled HVAC Design Engineer for its Durban office. The role covers the full lifecycle of HVAC design from concept to construction administration, requiring close collaboration with project teams, site engineers, and clients.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of HVAC experience, proficiency with HAP/Trace 700, and CAD tools. Registration with ECSA is desirable for professional engineers or technologists, with a focus on energy-efficient building systems.