Strand: Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) posted by Merand Corbett & Associates

About the Role

Merand Corbett & Associates is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, installing, and maintaining heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in various projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of South African National Standards (SANS), as well as experience with HVAC design software packages and manual air psychrometric analysis.

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 (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.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.