A heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) engineer designs, installs, and maintains heating, ventilation, and air conditioning engineering systems in buildings. These can include HVAC systems in offices, stores, factories, transportation facilities such as airports and train stations, schools, hospitals, and homes.
HVAC engineers design HVAC systems that meet the specific requirements of the building type. This includes calculating heat load and airflow requirements, selecting appropriate equipment and components, and designing ductwork and piping systems. They must select appropriate equipment such as boilers, chillers, air handlers, and other components for those particular HVAC systems. They do this by evaluating equipment specifications, performance, and efficiency, and making recommendations based on the needs and budget available.
HVAC engineers also oversee the installation of HVAC systems to ensure that they are installed according to design specifications, code requirements, and industry standards. They work with contractors, technicians, and other professionals to ensure that the installation is done correctly. After installation, HVAC engineers perform testing and commissioning to ensure that the system is operating correctly and efficiently. They perform functional tests, airflow tests, and other measurements to verify that the system is performing according to design specifications.
HVAC engineers are furthermore responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting HVAC systems. They perform regular maintenance to ensure that the system is operating efficiently and identify and troubleshoot issues that arise, such as equipment failures, refrigerant leaks, or airflow problems.
In designing and maintaining HVAC systems that are energy-efficient and cost-effective, they must be aware of energy-saving measures too. Such measures include upgrading equipment, optimizing system controls, or implementing renewable energy systems.
With the continued growth in building worldwide, HVAC engineers are always in demand. They are typically employed by engineering, construction and real estate companies, or other service-providing companies who offer HVAC solutions.
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Senior Inbetriebnehmer HVAC (w/m/d)
Location: Bremen
Branche: Shipbuilding
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 4 years
Erprobung & Optimierung: Durchführung und Begleitung von Tests, Messungen und Probefahrten zur Qualitätssicherung unserer HVAC-Systeme Gesamtverantwortung: Eigenständige Koordination der Erprobung und Übergabe an den Kunden für verschiedene HVAC-Systeme Fehlersuche & Lösungen: Analyse von Störungen und Entwicklung praxisnaher Lösungsansätze Kommunikationsschnittstelle: Direkter Ansprechpartner für Kunden, Lieferanten, Behörden sowie Klassifikationsgesellschaften Vernetzung & Zusammenarbeit: Enge Zusammenarbeit mit internen Fachbereichen zur optimalen Systemintegration Planung & Umsetzung: Strukturierte Vorbereitung und Durchführung der Inbetriebnahme Wissensmanagement: Kontinuierliche Rückführung von Erfahrungen in die Konstruktion zur Verbesserung unserer Prozesse
Techniker Planung und Projektierung HVAC/HKL (w/m/d)
Location: Rostock
Branche: Machine & Plant Design
Expertise: Research & Development
Experience: 2 years
In Ihrer Position dreht sich alles rund um die Planung und Projektierung von Lüftungstechnik. Dabei berechnen Sie den Luftbedarf sowie deren Konditionierung. Zudem erstellen Sie Konstruktionen mittels RUKON. Unter Einhaltung sicherheitsrelevanter Vorgaben planen Sie Entrauchungsanlagen. Sie prüfen Unterlagen der Leistungsphasen 3 und 5 auf technische Mängel und Plausibilität. Je nach Erfahrungsstand übernehmen Sie die fachliche sowie disziplinarische Führung. Ihr Kommunikationsgeschick nutzen Sie für die erfolgreiche Zusammenarbeit mit Bauherren, Fachplanern und Architekten.
Project Manager HVAC
Location: ELSENE
Branche: Infrastructure
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 3 years
Als Project Manager HVAC ben je verantwoordelijk voor het uitwerken en coördineren van HVAC-studies en -projecten. Je combineert technische expertise met organisatorische vaardigheden om innovatieve en efficiënte oplossingen te ontwerpen die voldoen aan de behoeften van de klant. Met jouw ervaring in een studiebureau zorg je voor hoogwaardige technische ontwerpen en een vlotte projectuitvoering. Uitwerken van HVAC-studies: Analyseren van projectvereisten en uitvoeren van technische haalbaarheidsstudies. Ontwerpen en dimensioneren van HVAC-installaties volgens de geldende normen en wetgeving. Opstellen van lastenboeken, technische fiches en plannen. Projectmanagement: Plannen en coördineren van HVAC-projecten van ontwerp tot oplevering. Bewaken van de planning, het budget en de kwaliteit van de projecten. Samenwerken met architecten, aannemers, studiebureaus en andere betrokken partijen. Advies en optimalisatie: Verstrekken van technisch advies aan klanten en collega’s over HVAC-oplossingen. Doorvoeren van optimalisaties om energie-efficiëntie en duurzaamheid te verbeteren. Documentatie en rapportage: Opstellen en beheren van technische dossiers en rapportages. Zorgdragen voor correcte en tijdige administratie van projecten. Kwaliteitscontrole: Verifiëren van de conformiteit van ontwerpen en uitgevoerde werken met het ontwerp en de regelgeving. Identificeren van technische uitdagingen en het bieden van oplossingen.
Control & Protection Engineer for HVDC Studies - proaktiv (w/m/d)
Location: Ingolstadt
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 2 years
Entwicklung und Implementierung von Steuerungssystemen für HVDC-Anlagen zur effizienten und sicheren Energieübertragung Gestaltung und Optimierung von Schutzstrategien, um die Systemstabilität und -sicherheit in verschiedenen Betriebsszenarien zu gewährleisten Durchführung von Simulationen und Leistungsanalysen zur Bewertung der Effizienz, Stabilität und Zuverlässigkeit von HVDC-Systemen Sicherstellung der nahtlosen Kompatibilität von HVDC-Anlagen mit bestehenden AC-Netzen, inklusive Netzintegration und -stabilität Erstellung technischer Dokumentationen, Berichte und Analysen zur Unterstützung von Projektentwicklungen und zur Sicherstellung der Transparenz Enge Zusammenarbeit mit interdisziplinären Ingenieurteams, um technische Lösungen abzustimmen und die Projekte erfolgreich umzusetzen
Maintenance Foreman - Fixed Plant
Location: Mullan
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Quality Management
Experience: 3 years
The Maintenance Foreman will lead the salaried and hourly employees in maintenance activities of the fixed plant, HVAC equipment and facilities for both surface and underground, with mechanical support provided to other areas as required. Duties: Understand the Safety and Health Management System and lead employees in safe work practices. Oversee the work of the Fixed Plant Maintenance and HVAC groups. Understand, communicate and administer the site and department tech progression policies, including overseeing the training and advancement of hourly Fixed Plant Maintenance and HVAC employees. Understand, communicate, and administer the Hourly Incentive Program (HIP) and manage hourly Fixed Plant Maintenance and HVAC employees to the goals of the program. Ensure Fixed Plant Maintenance and HVAC efficiencies and performance in cooperation with Mine Operations. Work effectively with the Maintenance Planners, and Mine and Mill management to meet immediate and long-term Fixed Plant Maintenance and HVAC requirements and objectives in support of production goals. Planning, scheduling, and oversight of the execution of preventive maintenance. Manage fixed plant shutdowns, minimizing impact to the property. Manage emergency repairs to fixed plant and HVAC infrastructure. Continuously seek ways to improve the ease of maintenance, reliability and availability of the equipment using both formal and informal Reliability Engineering techniques. Manage and coordinate contract maintenance on fixed plant equipment for both on-site and off-site contract work. Ensure Fixed Plant Maintenance and HVAC employees are complying with the preventive maintenance schedule. Ensure the right quantities of equipment spare parts are available at the right time. Assign work orders to employees, set and maintain high standards for safety, quality, and quantity of work performed. Follow up throughout the shift to ensure performance standards are being met. Participate in and/or facilitate Risk Assessment activities as required. Participate in and/or facilitate the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) as required. Inspect daily operations and projects in process and upon completion to ensure the quality and reliability of work performed. Ensure all required paperwork is completed to the required standard, including shift reports, requests for materials, timecards, etc. Attend meetings as required, including training and department meetings. Perform activities of hourly employees supervised, per the collective bargaining agreement, in the case of an emergency, when necessary to instruct employees in their duties, for minor work that is unreasonable to assign to a bargaining unit employee, or to provide training for salaried personnel. Follow and understand MSHA rules and regulations, environmental rules and regulations, SOP and work area instructions, participate in safety and environmental activities. Comply with applicable environmental laws and regulations and environmental policies. Supervisory responsibilities: Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Mechanics, HVAC Mechanic. Participate in employee relations/disciplinary meetings as required, including grievance meetings for hourly employees.
Common HVAC engineer responsibilities
An HVAC engineer is responsible for performing a range of tasks. Responsibilities may include:
- Conducting research on new technologies to develop efficient HVAC designs;
- Providing technical support to other engineers on projects or issues related to HVAC;
- Calculating, designing, constructing, and maintaining heating, ventilation, and air conditioning for residential, public, and commercial buildings;
- Analyzing building plans to determine the HVAC unit number for each building type and room or floor of the building;
- Evaluating customer needs and recommending solutions in line with them;
- Determining the best place for installing HVAC equipment in a building;
- Coordinating with contractors to ensure new installations meet building codes and regulations on time;
- Working with contractors to ensure existing HVAC systems are working properly;
- Inspecting chillers, boilers, air handling units, and refrigeration equipment;
- Traveling to sites to design, install, maintain HVAC systems;
Ensuring the safety of everyone at all times.
Qualifications for HVAC engineers
HVAC engineers should possess at least a Bachelor's degree in HVAC Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. In some countries, a professional certification may be required.
Additional supporting skills and experience include:
- Some prior experience with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, building design, or mechanical-electrical systems, including from an internship or apprenticeship is recommended;
- Strong understanding of buildings and construction;
- Ability to use diverse tools and machines;
- Strong team collaboration and customer service skills;
- Logical thinking skills and attention to detail.
