Process Safety Engineer

An HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) Design Engineer is a professional responsible for the design, selection, and implementation of HVAC systems in buildings and industrial facilities. They play a crucial role in creating comfortable, energy-efficient, and safe indoor environments by designing HVAC systems that meet the specific requirements of the project.

keys Roles and Responsibility

1. System Design: Designing HVAC systems for buildings and facilities, considering factors such as building size, occupancy, thermal loads, climate, and local building codes.

2. Load Calculations: Performing heat load calculations to determine the heating and cooling requirements of the building and select appropriate equipment.

3. Equipment Selection: Selecting HVAC equipment, including air conditioners, furnaces, heat pumps, fans, and ventilation systems, based on the project's specifications and energy efficiency goals.

4. Ductwork and Piping Design: Designing the layout of ductwork and piping systems to distribute conditioned air and ensure proper ventilation throughout the building.

5. Energy Efficiency: Incorporating energy-efficient technologies and strategies, such as variable speed drives, energy recovery systems, and zoning controls, to optimize HVAC system performance and reduce energy consumption.

6. Code Compliance: Ensuring that the HVAC design complies with local building codes, environmental regulations, and industry standards.

7. Simulation and Modeling: Using computer simulations and modeling tools to analyze the performance of HVAC systems and optimize their design.

8. Indoor Air Quality: Designing ventilation systems to provide adequate outdoor air and maintain healthy indoor air quality for building occupants.

9. Sustainability: Integrating sustainable and environmentally friendly practices into HVAC design, such as using renewable energy sources or low-emission technologies.

Software Skills

• Autodesk Revit - BIM Management

• Autodesk AutoCAD - MEP Fundamentals

Technical Skills

• ACCA - System Design Process

• ASHRAE - Standard 55, 62.1, 90.1, 189.2

• HVAC - BMS, BAS and BIM

• HVAC - Heating Cooling Load Calculation and Equipment Sizing

• HVAC - Hydronic Pressure Drop Calculation

• HVAC - Systems, Component and Controls

Certification

• ASHRAE - Certified HVAC Designer

• ASHRAE - Healthcare Facility Design Professional

• ASHRAE - High-performance Building Design Professional

• EPA- Section 608

• How to become ICC Certified Mechanical Inspector?

• R-410A Safety

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