Job Description
Job Overview
- We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented HVAC Designer to join our engineering team in the Ogere/Sagamu area. In this position, you will be responsible for planning, designing, and optimizing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC) systems for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.
- You will ensure all designs meet energy-efficiency standards, regulatory building codes, and project specifications.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- HVAC System Design: Perform heating and cooling load calculations, ductwork sizing, piping design, and airflow distribution layouts for diverse building types.
- Technical Drafting & Modeling: Produce comprehensive 2D HVAC layouts and 3D models including schematic diagrams, mechanical room layouts, and installation details using CAD/BIM software.
- Equipment Selection: Select and specify appropriate HVAC equipment (chillers, AHUs, FCUs, split systems, exhaust fans, pumps, etc.) based on calculated load requirements and client specifications.
- Cross-Discipline Coordination: Collaborate closely with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, and project managers to prevent design conflicts and ensure smooth integration on site.
- Compliance & Efficiency: Ensure all designs conform to local building regulations, international standards (e.g., ASHRAE), safety protocols, and energy-efficiency guidelines.
- Site Inspections & Support: Perform periodic site visits to inspect ongoing installations, ensure adherence to approved HVAC drawings, and address technical issues on-site.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc./B.Eng.) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Experience: Minimum of 4-8years of practical experience in HVAC system design and MEP engineering.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Carrier HAP (Hourly Analysis Program), or other HVAC design and load calculation tools.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC fundamentals, psychrometrics, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics.
- Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical, architectural, and structural blueprints.
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical capabilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage time effectively to meet project deadlines.
- Location: Must be based in or willing to commute comfortably to the Ogere / Sagamu axis.