Senior HVAC Mechanical Engineer — Lead Design & Efficiency

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary incentives

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development support

Quality-driven firm with growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical HVAC Engineer to lead the design and implementation of HVAC systems in Polokwane. You will oversee load calculations, equipment selection, and coordination with architects and contractors to deliver efficient climate control across projects.

The role requires strong knowledge of energy modeling, thermodynamics, and building physics, with experience in HAP and Revit MEP. Pr Eng eligibility is highly desirable and professional development is supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 6+ years of HVAC design experience.
• Pr Eng registration or eligibility preferred.
• Proficient with HVAC design software and energy tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify HVAC systems including calculations.
• Prepare detailed HVAC plans, schematics and specs.
• Ensure compliance with codes and energy regs.
• Perform energy modeling to optimize performance.
• Coordinate with PMs, architects, and engineers.
• Visit sites for installation verification and commissioning.

Skills

HVAC design

Load calculations

Ductwork design

Energy modeling

Project coordination

Revit MEP

HAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HAP

Revit MEP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical HVAC Engineer to lead the design and implementation of HVAC systems in Polokwane. You will oversee load calculations, equipment selection, and coordination with architects and contractors to deliver efficient climate control across projects.

The role requires strong knowledge of energy modeling, thermodynamics, and building physics, with experience in HAP and Revit MEP. Pr Eng eligibility is highly desirable and professional development is supported.