Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)

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POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• Proficient in Air Conditioning, heat load and ventilation calculations.
• Proficient in Wet Services pipe sizing, drainage design and hot water generation.
• Thorough understanding of South African National Standards (SANS – including R158), IUSS (global standard understanding such as British Standards, ASHRAE, etc. will be advantageous).
• Proficient in various HVAC design software packages (e.g. HAP, I.E.S) and manual air psychrometric analysis and design.
• Air/fluid/heat Flow calculation software and analysis Design, based on client requirements and specifications.
• Collaborate with architects, consulting engineers, project managers, and others to integrate HVAC systems seamlessly
• Proficient in various HVAC modeling software an (AutoCAD, Revit,)
• Proficient in all project stages from inception through to close-out and competent in constructing and compiling tender documentation and management of that process.
• Formulation of Bills of Quantities (BOQ’s)
• Doing tenders and submitting priced BOQ’s Specialist equipment specifications understanding and approvals.
• Quality control (QA/QC) Site supervision and construction monitoring Trouble shooting existing installations.
• Cost control (related to mechanical HVAC only) Project scoping and scope monitoring Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of HVAC systems.
• Coordinate with contractors and site teams to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Conduct site inspections to monitor progress and resolve any issues that may arise during installation.
• Fundamental understanding of Electrical and Fire engineering is required.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance system sustainability

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in HVAC Design.
• Have a BSc. Eng (Mechanical) / B.Eng (Mechanical) / BTech (Mechanical) qualification;
• Be registered or in a position to register as a Professional Engineer or Technologist with ECSA;
• Solid knowledge of SANS 0252 and SANS 10400 and supplemental knowledge of the equivalent
• CIBSE/BS/ASPE codes highly advantageous. Solid and demonstrated experience in project budgets, valuation certificates and cost reports.
• Solid and demonstrated experience in tender documents, measuring of Bills of Quantities (BOQ’s) and compiling tender documents Key competencies
• Generic Skills:
• Computer literacy skills (Advanced knowledge of Excel and Word)
• Experience in various Autodesk products (AutoCAD, Revit)
• Must be self-motivated Team player
• Excellent communicator and good discussion and problem resolution skills
• A self-starter who can run with and manage his own projects with the guidance of a senior engineer
• Must be responsible and have a high level of self-sufficiency and be able to apply common sense
• Must have a questioning and inquisitive mind
• Preferably own car
• Willing and able to travel National.
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