B.Tech)

Recruiter:

The Legends Agency

Job Ref:

RYV9R66X

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

market related

SUMMARY:
The purpose of this role is to hold full technical accountability for HVAC projects from initial concept through to detailed design, procurement, commissioning, and validation.

POSITION INFO:

HVAC Design Engineer (BEng/BSc.Eng/B.Tech)
A senior, design-led role spearheading technical design and delivery of HVAC systems within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
Cape Town

About Our Client
The company operates within the life science sector, specifically focusing on pharmaceutical and biotechnology projects. It delivers HVAC systems for specialized environments including ISO-classified cleanrooms, laboratories, and high-containment production suites.

The Role: HVAC Design Engineer (BEng/BSc.Eng/B.Tech)
The purpose of this role is to hold full technical accountability for HVAC projects from initial concept through to detailed design, procurement, commissioning, and validation. It exists to provide technical leadership and develop robust solutions for GMP-regulated environments, including pressure cascades and biosafety environments. The position contributes to the business by ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and the growth of the technical team through mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

Demonstrate a minimum of 3–5 years of experience in HVAC design and at least 2 years in pharmaceutical or biotech projects.
Manage conceptual and detailed HVAC designs for specialized life science facilities and ISO-classified cleanrooms.
Perform and review heat load calculations, airflow rates, psychrometric analysis, and equipment sizing.
Produce HVAC schematics, P&IDs, 2D/3D layout drawings, and comprehensive technical reports.
Ensure all designs strictly adhere to GMP, GEP, and relevant ISO or regulatory standards such as WHO, EU, or FDA.
Develop equipment specifications, manage technical adjudication, and provide oversight of subcontractor deliverables.
Supervise commissioning activities and support validation documentation including DQ, IQ, and OQ.
Guide junior engineers and act as the primary technical contact for clients and regulatory stakeholders.

About You

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng/BSc Eng/B.Tech).
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in HVAC design.
At least 2 years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech projects with proven experience in GMP-compliant cleanrooms.
Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D/3D) and HVAC Design Software such as HAP or equivalent.
Advanced skills in MS Word for formatting and MS Excel for complex formulas and data management.
Valid drivers license, passport, and ability to travel for project execution.
Physically capable of conducting site inspections and commissioning oversight.
ECSA Professional registration (PrEng/PrTechEng) is preferred.
Experience with Revit for 3D modeling and coordination is highly preferred.

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