JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood has an opportunity for an experienced Senior HVAC Engineer (Permanent Staff) that has previous experience of working across Details Design Engineering, Feasibility Studies and FEEDs, plus EPC and PMC projects. This is an opportunity for you to become a valuable, well-rounded of an experienced team.

Wood is one of the world's leading engineering, procurement, construction and project management companies. We aim to deliver safe and sustainable projects and services for our clients in different fields.

This job offers an exciting and technically advanced approach to value added quality control on a wide range of EPC projects.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the engineering, design, specification, review, and technical management of HVAC systems for industrial facilities, including Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refinery, Power Generation, LNG, and Process Plant projects.
Develop HVAC design philosophies, Basis of Design (BoD), design criteria, and perform HVAC load calculations using recognized engineering methodologies and software.
Design and specify ventilation, air conditioning, pressurization, smoke control, and related HVAC systems in compliance with project requirements, industry standards, and local regulations.
Prepare HVAC equipment specifications, datasheets, technical requisitions, material take-offs, and bid evaluation criteria for procurement activities.
Review and approve HVAC system layouts, ductwork arrangements, equipment selections, engineering calculations, vendor drawings, technical submissions, and manufacturing documentation.
Serve as Package Equipment Engineer for assigned mechanical packages, supporting procurement activities, technical bid evaluations, vendor coordination, document review, and equipment acceptance.
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, project specifications, quality requirements, safety regulations, and client expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
Coordinate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, EPC contractors, construction contractors, vendors, suppliers, and clients to ensure successful project execution.
Participate in design reviews, HAZOP studies, SIL reviews, constructability assessments, and other project risk management activities.
Monitor engineering progress, identify technical and schedule risks, and develop practical solutions to maintain project objectives and milestones.
Manage all aspects of HVAC-related construction support, including material reviews, installation coordination, field engineering support, and technical guidance during project execution.
Respond to technical queries (TQs), requests for information (RFIs), vendor deviations, site engineering issues, and punch-list items in a timely and professional manner.
Provide technical support, clarifications, and solutions to clients, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up phases.
(Optional but advantageous) Support commissioning, functional testing, performance testing, troubleshooting, and start-up activities to ensure HVAC systems operate safely, reliably, and in accordance with design requirements.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, lessons learned, and best engineering practices to enhance project execution and operational performance.
Carry out additional duties as assigned to help project success

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, with a valid Engineering License
Minimum 5 years of experience in HVAC engineering for industrial projects, preferably within Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refinery, LNG, Power Generation, Chemical, or Process Plant industries.
Proven experience in EPC, FEED, detailed engineering, procurement support, construction, commissioning, and start-up activities.
Strong knowledge of industrial HVAC systems, including ventilation, air conditioning, pressurization, smoke control, and hazardous area applications.
Solid understanding of HVAC design principles, heat load calculations, equipment sizing, ductwork design, air distribution systems, and HVAC controls.
Familiarity with international codes and standards such as ASHRAE, SMACNA, AMCA, NFPA, API, ISO, and applicable local regulations.
Proficiency in HVAC engineering software and calculation tools (e.g., HAP, Carrier E20-II, or equivalent) and common engineering applications.
Experience preparing and reviewing equipment specifications, datasheets, technical requisitions, technical bid evaluations, vendor documents, drawings, and engineering calculations.
Knowledge of package equipment engineering, procurement processes, vendor management, and multidisciplinary project coordination.
Ability to review and resolve technical issues during engineering, construction, commissioning, and operational phases.
Strong understanding of industrial safety requirements, constructability considerations, and engineering quality assurance practices.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently and effectively within multidisciplinary and multicultural project teams while managing multiple priorities and project deadlines.

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies.

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.