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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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.
CAD / BIM Designer – HVAC
Location: Hyderabad
Branche: Pharmaceuticals
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 4 years
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Sr. Foreman (HVAC / Mechanical Contracts)
Location: Doha
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 5 years
Receives SAP / CAFM system PM Services Notifications and instructions from Maintenance Planner/ Help Desk/Supervisors/Section Heads.Review requirements and co-ordinate with end-users or visit the sites to study on feasibility of the works/repairs required and create Work Orders for Superior’s approval.Supervises / oversees the Contractor’s work, checks, the works done as per specifications and the correct materials are used.Monitors proper operation of HVAC and other Mechanical and analyze root cause for faults/breakdown of equipment/system error.Ensures adherence with contract, procedures, by contractor personnel working on sites and notify immediate supervisor/ section head of any emergency/ safety concern requires action / control.Assists superiors in the preparation of scope/corporation estimates/ BOQ for call off/ other contracts and initiate Completion Certificate.Provides input to Sr. Maintenance Engineer (HVAC/Mechanical) during preparation of Contracts / BOQs / Material Lists/ Standards and Specifications, etc.Studies and interprets instructions/manuals and drawings to ensure that works as specified and as per contract documents are carried out and meets and other relevant standards.Implements preventive maintenance action as per maintenance schedule received from Maintenance Planner (with emphasis during winter months to minimize disturbance for end users) for air conditioning systems.Makes recommendations to supervisor on size, type of HVAC and other Mechanical equipment to suit particular requirement.Inspects new buildings and facilities to be leased by Projects.Submits report / punch list.Liaises where necessary with Safety / Security / Building focal point and process PTWCo-ordinate/evaluate and attend the maintenance problems reported by Tenant’s in rented buildings / End Users in owned facilities and ensure they conform to signed tenancy agreements /end user agreements.Ensure tenants end users comply and do not misuse the HVAC and other Mechanical equipment to prevent un-necessary repairs and breakdowns on rented buildings to affiliated or 3rd party companies/ facilities.Perform related duties as assigned, such as assisting in other areas of the Section when required.
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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
Coördinator technieken
Location: ELSENE
Branche: Infrastructure
Expertise: Communications & Distribution
Experience: 3 years
Wie zoeken wij Doorgeven van preventieve onderhoudstaken aan geselecteerde onderhoudsbedrijven.Inplannen van onderhoudstaken met externe firma’s.Controleren of de uitgevoerde werkzaamheden voldoen aan vastgestelde kwaliteitsnormen en contractuele afspraken.Identificeren en rapporteren van afwijkingen en zorgen voor tijdige opvolging.Beoordelen van de staat van HVAC- en elektrische installaties en adviseren over optimalisaties.Bijhouden van een overzicht van uitgevoerde onderhoudswerkzaamheden en opstellen van rapportages.Verwerken van technische gegevens in het onderhoudsbeheersysteem (Ultimo).Fungeren als aanspreekpunt voor externe onderhoudspartners.Zorgen voor een vlotte samenwerking en communicatie tussen betrokken partijen.
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.
