Senior / Lead HVAC Engineer (Offshore & Marine Projects)

Key Responsibilities

1. Discipline Leadership o Act as HVAC discipline lead, responsible for overall HVAC engineering quality, technical direction, and consistency across the project. o Define HVAC design philosophy, engineering standards, and deliverables for FEED, detailed engineering, and construction phases.
2. Engineering & Technical Authority o Lead and review HVAC load calculations, ventilation studies, equipment sizing, and system layouts for offshore and marine environments. o Approve HVAC system designs for accommodation modules, control rooms, equipment spaces, hazardous areas, and critical utility rooms. o Resolve complex technical issues and provide engineering judgments aligned with offshore safety and operability requirements.
3. Codes, Standards & Compliance o Ensure HVAC designs comply with classification society rules (ABS, DNV, LR, BV, etc.), IMO / SOLAS / MODU Code, and project-specific specifications. o Interface with class, owners, and third-party reviewers to address comments, clarifications, and approvals.
4. Interdisciplinary & Model Coordination o Lead HVAC participation in 3D model reviews, clash resolution, and layout optimisation. o Coordinate closely with architectural, structural, piping, electrical, and safety disciplines to ensure integrated design and eliminate interface risks.
5. Vendor & Procurement Support o Review and approve vendor technical submissions, datasheets, calculations, and drawings. o Support procurement by providing technical evaluations, clarifications, and recommendations. o Participate in FAT, inspections, and commissioning activities as required.
6. Team & Project Support o Guide, mentor, and technically support HVAC engineers and designers within the project team. o Monitor HVAC engineering progress, deliverables, and interfaces to support project schedule and quality objectives. o Provide technical input to tender proposals, technical clarifications, and variation assessments. Qualifications & Experience
7. Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
8. 8–12+ years of HVAC engineering experience, with strong offshore and marine project exposure.
9. Proven experience as Senior or Lead HVAC Engineer on offshore production platforms, FPSOs, jack-ups, or offshore living quarters projects.
10. Strong working knowledge of marine HVAC design philosophy, ventilation safety, hazardous area requirements, and offshore operational constraints.