Principal Mechanical Engineer - HVAC

Job description / Role

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We're bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

Purpose

You will provide process engineering services on large or mega projects to Worley and its customers, including technical support and supervision within the process engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Ensures recognized engineering practices applicable to HVAC design engineering are adopted within the discipline.
• Review designs, sketches and reports with supporting calculations for projects, and supply drafting staff with information to assist in the production of detailed drawings, the development of quantities, materials lists and cost estimates as required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC design principles, load calculations, equipment selection, energy modeling, and relevant software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, HAP, Duct and Pipe Design).
• Meet minimum requirement of Technical Authority level - 2.
• Ensure recognized engineering practices applicable are adopted.
• Review detailed HVAC design documents, calculations, and specifications that adhere to regulatory standards and client requirements.
• Review and verify design deliverables produced by junior engineers to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and sustainable practices, and propose innovative solutions to enhance HVAC system performance and efficiency.
• Drive the implementation of best practices and lessons learned to improve the overall quality of HVAC design processes.
• Lead the HVAC design efforts for complex projects, providing guidance on design strategies, system selection, and innovative solutions.
• Apply your advanced technical knowledge to perform detailed calculations, simulations, and analysis for HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance, energy efficiency, and indoor comfort.
• Champion the integration of cutting-edge HVAC technologies and sustainable practices into project designs.
• Engage with clients to understand their unique HVAC needs, present design proposals, and address technical inquiries with clarity and professionalism.
• Effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering strong client relationships.

Quality Assurance

Work within the provisions and guidelines of the Quality Assurance systems.

Safety

Responsible for personal safety and working within the Occupational Health and Safety procedures. Competent in implementing HSE in the design process, focuses on process safety and strives to use best practice.

Qualification

Technical and Industry Experience

• Highly effective technical and practical engineering skills and ability to consistently deliver quality, accurate and timely work to Worley and its customers.
• A sound knowledge of the fundamental requirements of mechanical engineering, and the basic requirements of other engineering fields.
• A sound knowledge of applicable local and international standards and statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Competent use of mechanical engineering specific software.
• Competent use of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.
• Substantial technical and practical experience in mechanical engineering in the same or similar industry including experience in working in multi-disciplinary teams.

Required

• A recognized and relevant engineering degree.

Preferred

• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status.
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications in engineering, management, project management or supervisory qualifications or equivalent.

Moving forward together

We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.

About the Company

Worley is a leading global provider of professional services in the energy, chemicals and resources sectors. We partner with our customers to address their most critical challenges at every stage of their projects: from initial concepts to sustaining and enhancing their assets. And we provide smarter, bolder solutions while delivering on our own sustainability commitments.

We are 51,000 bright minds across 46 countries all driven by a common purpose – delivering a more sustainable world. While working to fulfill our ambition to be recognized globally as the leader in sustainability solutions.