Hvac Design Engineer

HVAC design engineers perform various job duties based on the size of the

heating and cooling projects they work on, the type of property where systems

are needed, and the heating and cooling needs of customers. However, these core

job tasks are the same despite these differences:

Design HVAC Systems

HVAC design engineers create heating and cooling systems and their controls.

Calculate Heating and Cooling Needs

HVAC design engineers make load calculations to determine how much heating and cooling

power various equipment must put out in order to heat or cool spaces when needed.

Interpret and Draft Plans

HVAC design engineers read and interpret construction plans, schematics, and blueprints for

new construction projects. They also draft new plans to design ductwork and piping systems.

Calculate Ventilation Requirements

HVAC design engineers calculate ventilation requirements based on the types of systems

needed.

Determine Budget Costs

HVAC design engineers determine costs for heating and cooling systems and write up

detailed budget estimates.

Coordinate with Others

designing heating and cooling systems.

Adhere to All Building Codes

HVAC design engineers follow all building codes and obtain proper building permits when necessary.

HVAC Design Engineer Skills and Qualifications

HVAC design engineers are professionals with a high degree of mechanical aptitude and a talent for math who calculate and design heating and cooling systems for buildings of all sizes. Employers hire HVAC design engineers who possess the following skills:

• Time management - HVAC design engineers use time management skills to work within tight deadlines and finish projects on time.

• Mathematics - because HVAC design engineers make numerous calculations, excellent math skills are essential for this job

• Communication skills - HVAC design engineers use communication skills to write budget estimates and speak with customers and other designers

• Mechanical expertise - HVAC design engineers use their mechanical abilities to design complicated heating and cooling systems

• Analytical thinking - HVAC design engineers use analytical skills to determine how much heating and cooling power is needed for a specific space, then turn these estimates into design concepts

• Multitasking - HVAC design engineers may work on many different heating and cooling projects at once, which requires a talent for multitasking

• Customer service - HVAC design engineers answer questions, present budget bids, and make recommendations about heating and cooling systems to customers