Senior HVAC Design Engineer — Commercial Buildings (Stellenbosch)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Exposure to cutting-edge building tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior HVAC Design Engineer to join our Stellenbosch team in the Western Cape. The role focuses on design, specification, and project oversight of advanced HVAC systems for commercial, institutional, and high-end residential buildings.

You will lead design efforts, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with architects, project managers, and clients to deliver efficient environmental control solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years' experience in HVAC design for commercial/institutional buildings.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration with ECSA is desirable.
• Proficiency in HVAC design software and simulation tools.
• Strong knowledge of energy efficiency standards and building physics.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed design and engineering of HVAC systems (load calculations, ductwork, piping, equipment selection).
• Develop HVAC designs, drawings, and control strategies for various buildings.
• Perform energy modeling to optimize performance per energy efficiency standards.
• Coordinate with architects and engineers for integrated design.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure installations meet specs.
• Mentor junior HVAC engineers and designers.
• Stay updated on HVAC technologies and codes.

Skills

HVAC design engineering

Project leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD MEP

HAP

Trace 700

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior HVAC Design Engineer to join our Stellenbosch team in the Western Cape. The role focuses on design, specification, and project oversight of advanced HVAC systems for commercial, institutional, and high-end residential buildings.

You will lead design efforts, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with architects, project managers, and clients to deliver efficient environmental control solutions.