HVAC Engineer - Chennai HQ

(Note: This JD was prepared to suit the requirement for WET IC - Water international Desalination projects - May 2025 Rev: 0 )

Job Roles:

• Sr. Lead Designer / Assistant Manager Design

Qualifications:

• BE / B.Tech in

  Mechanical Engineering

  .

Experience Required:

Minimum 5+ years of solid, hands-on experience in HVAC design, especially within:

• Desalination Plants , Effluent Treatment Plants , Refineries & Power and Process Industries

Key Responsibilities:

• HVAC System Design:

  • Perform detailed heat load/cooling load calculations, airflow design, and head loss calculations for primary and secondary pumping systems.
  • Design HVAC systems including equipment sizing and selection (e.g., chillers, cooling towers, AHUs, FCUs, VRFs, ventilation fans).
  • Plan and optimize ductwork layouts, piping networks (chilled water, condenser water, hot water, refrigerant, VRF), and HVAC control strategies.
  • Prepare design basis reports, concept design drawings, and detailed engineering drawings/specifications.

• Technical Documentation & Procurement:

  • Prepare Bills of Quantity (BOQ), Technical Specifications, Request for Quotations (RFQs), and Technical Bid Evaluations (TBEs).
  • Review and comment on vendor engineering documentation, ensuring alignment with design intent and specifications.
  • Coordinate with procurement and vendors to expedite documentation, manufacturing, and site work completion.

• Compliance & Standards:

  • Ensure full compliance with local, state, and national building codes, as well as international design standards including ASHRAE, SMACNA, DW, BS, NFPA, and SBC.
  • Maintain high quality and safety standards throughout the engineering process.

• Coordination & Client Interaction:

  • Collaborate with clients, architects, and multidisciplinary project teams to define HVAC requirements and design objectives.
  • Participate in technical meetings with clients, consultants, and vendors.
  • Conduct site visits and vendor workshop inspections as required.

Required Skills & Tools:

• Proficiency in HVAC calculation and design software, including:
  • HAP (Hourly Analysis Program)
  • Duct Sizer, Pipe Sizer
  • Elite Software
  • Navisworks
  • AutoCAD
  • Equipment Selection Tools (various OEM platforms)
• Strong understanding of energy-efficient system design and sustainability principles in HVAC applications.
• Capable of space planning for HVAC plant rooms and major components like AHUs and fans.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work across multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced project environments.