HVAC Engineer (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Engineer)
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and SolarDescription
Design, develop, and optimize heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for new construction and retrofits to deliver comfort, indoor air quality, and energy efficiency. Evaluate system performance, perform load calculations, select equipment, and oversee installation, controls integration, and commissioning in compliance with codes and ASHRAE standards.
- • Perform HVAC load calculations, energy modeling, commissioning, and retro-commissioning.
- • Consult with clients and project teams on HVAC design, indoor air quality, and green building standards (e.g., LEED).
- • Inspect and monitor HVAC systems to assess performance, comfort, and potential energy savings.
- • Manage HVAC design and construction projects, ensuring budgets, schedules, codes, and specifications are met.
- • Monitor and analyze HVAC energy consumption and demand.
- • Promote adoption of high-efficiency HVAC technologies, heat recovery, and electrification where feasible.
- • Analyze and visualize HVAC performance data using engineering software and BAS analytics.
- • Review and negotiate HVAC equipment specifications, submittals, and vendor proposals.
- • Train facilities staff on HVAC operation, controls, and maintenance best practices.
- • Develop and implement HVAC control sequences and schedules in building automation systems.
- • Identify and recommend HVAC energy-saving strategies and retrofits.
- • Conduct HVAC audits and assessments to identify deficiencies and cost-saving measures.
- • Monitor HVAC design and construction for compliance with ASHRAE standards, IMC, and sustainability goals.
- • Advise on climate control system selection, ventilation strategies, energy modeling, data logging, and sustainable HVAC design.
- • Verify HVAC metering, trend logs, and utility data for accuracy.
- • Collect field data from HVAC equipment, BAS trend logs, and sub-metering for analysis.
- • Review architectural, mechanical, and electrical plans to coordinate HVAC loads, distribution, and energy efficiency.
- • Prepare HVAC design documents, calculations, and commissioning reports.
- • Direct implementation of HVAC upgrades, retrofits, and control optimizations.
- • Research emerging HVAC technologies such as heat pumps, energy recovery, DOAS, and advanced controls.
- • Recommend appropriate heating and cooling systems and fuels based on climate, load profiles, and regulations.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
