Principal Engineer - HVAC Design (Energy Modelling)

Company Description

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Job Description

Responsible for engineering, design, and modification activities related to mechanical equipment, vessels and tanks and piping systems including equipment and piping specifications and procurement. May be involved with the support of installation and operation & maintenance of equipment.

Discipline concerning air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, combustion, heat transfer, energy, power, fuels, propulsion, machinery, tools, manufacturing, fluids, plumbing, fire suppression systems and devices, water supplies and pumping systems for fire protection.

Discipline covers the ability to solve problems that deliver and optimise safe, sustainable and ethical solutions for the design, production and operation of devices, machines, structures, processes and systems involving mechanical elements. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Senior technical resource may serve as technical advisor for team
• Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise.
• Develops study and design procedures to facilitate high quality cost effective work by others.
• Participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.
• Develops construction cost estimates and estimates of technical efforts for projects.
• Uses expertise in all steps of completing discipline component of PS&E package.
• Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawings.
• Prepares technical specification sections.
• Provides input to the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements.

Technical Excellence 

• Identifies incremental improvements to existing procedures or processes that increase efficiency or work quality
• Performs a self-check of work products prior to submitting them to others.

Leadership 

• Works independently and collaboratively with a lesser level of guidance needed for unfamiliar tasks
• Provides regular updates to the manager on project/assignment status
• May assist more junior staff members with aspects of their job and may coordinate activities of a small team.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (with minimum 10 years’ experience) or Equivalent and specialising in HVAC Design.
• He/She should be well versed with ASHRAE/CIBSE/NFPA.
• He/She should have experience in commercial, residential, datacentre, and infrastructure projects from different geographies - USA, Canada, ANZ Region.
• Experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer - Specialized in HVAC Design.
• Should be capable of leading the discussions with the Client and lead projects for the HVAC Disciplines.
• Should be able to take Design decisions independently.
• Energy Modelling , Building Performance analysis & IES Software skills listed in detail below.
• Utilize the energy modelling software like IES VE to simulate the building performance and energy consumption
• Analyze the data received from client and data from energy results and provide the best energy efficient solutions to tam
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary teams for various inputs and outputs to do the efficient design process
• Ability to work on Cooling/Heating loads, Energy consumption and building performance in IES VE or any other modelling software
• Familiarity with ASHRAE 90.1, 62.1, 55 and CIBSE requirement
• Knowledge of Mechanical system architecture and components 

Additional Information

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.