Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Description

• Applying knowledge of international codes and standards such as ASHRAE, AHRI, CIBSE, HTM, ASPE, etc., in HVAC system design.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for sprinkler systems, ensuring proper coverage and compliance with safety standards.
• Active participation in project meetings, providing technical insights, and resolving engineering issues as they arise.
• Selecting equipment such as chillers, cooling towers, VRF systems, fan coil units, air handling units (AHUs), fans, and DX units based on project specifications.
• Coordinate with fire protection authorities and building inspectors for approval and compliance checks.
• Calculating ventilation requirements, pressurization needs, smoke management systems, pump head calculations, external static pressure, and sizing ducts and pipes.
• Design fire protection systems, including sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and hydrants, according to national and international codes (e.g., NFPA, British Standards, and local regulations such as Dubai Civil Defense [DCD] or other regional fire codes). Special emphasis on systems designed for the Middle East's unique climate, building types, and regulations.
• Review fire protection system submittals and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Design of appropriate plumbing systems for the project including but not limited to domestic water, sanitary, storm water, hot water, gas systems etc.
• Planning and designing various HVAC systems considering energy efficiency, sustainability, and indoor air quality.
• Coordinate and collaborate real time with other in-house disciplines such as electrical, structural, architectural, landscape etc to develop designs.
• Performing appropriate calculations as directed by senior engineer
• Coordinating HVAC designs with other disciplines such as architecture, structural engineering, electrical engineering, etc.
• Selecting air distribution components like Variable Air Volume (VAV) boxes, grilles, diffuser, louvers, etc.
• Attending meetings with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and collaborating with various disciplines to ensure coordinated project delivery.
• Conducting heat load calculations using tools like HAP (Hourly Analysis Program) to determine heating and cooling requirements for buildings.
• Designing and developing plumbing system layouts, including pipe sizing and equipment selection.
• Preparing design reports, specifications, take-off sheets and bill of quantities (BOQ) for HVAC systems.
• Design and layout fire detection and alarm systems, ensuring integration with other building services.
• Designing HVAC systems including water-cooled and air-cooled chiller plants, Variable Refrigerant flow (VRF) systems, Direct Expansion (DX) systems, etc.

Requirements

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Plumbing, HVAC, and Firefighting Design Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, coordination, and implementation of plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and firefighting systems for various projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial developments. This position requires technical expertise in system design, regulatory compliance, and effective project management to ensure safe and efficient installation and operation of building services.

Experience: 8-15 years

• Familiarity with a variety of HVAC equipment, controls, and components.
• In-depth knowledge of HVAC principles, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and refrigeration cycles.
• Proficiency in Building Information Modelling (BIM) tools like Navisworks and BIM Collaboration (BIM 360).
• HVAC Design/BIM
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (B.E/B.Tech/master's in mechanical)
• Knowledge of Revit and ability to work in BIM environment.
• Experience with LEED and sustainable design projects
• Proven experience in HVAC system design, heat load calculations, equipment selection, and system optimization.
• Specialized coursework or certification in HVAC systems is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex HVAC issues.
• Experience: 8 to 15 years in Plumbing/ HVAC & Firefighting.
• Knowledge of International Plumbing design codes

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance