Summary
Al Shirawi Group is hiring an HVAC Application Engineer in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The role supports the sales team with HVAC system design, equipment selection, heat load calculations, quotations, and technical submittals. It also involves preparing layouts and shop drawings, reviewing tender documents, and coordinating project documentation. Applicants should have a degree or diploma in mechanical engineering, relevant HVAC application experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD; 3–6 years of experience in the UAE/GCC market is preferred.
The posting
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Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical support to the sales team for HVAC equipment selection, system design, and proposal preparation.
- Prepare and develop HVAC layouts, schematics, and shop drawings using AutoCAD (and Revit if required).
- Assist in equipment sizing and selection (chillers, AHUs, FCUs, VRF, DX units, pumps, etc.) using manufacturer software or selection tools.
- Review project specifications, tender documents, and consultant requirements to ensure technical compliance.
- Prepare technical submittals, equipment schedules, and compliance statements for client/consultant approval.
- Coordinate with sales engineers and project teams to provide accurate and timely design documentation.
- Support preparation of BOQs, quotations, and design calculations as required.
- Maintain an updated library of product data sheets, drawings, and selection tools.
- Ensure all drawings and documentation adhere to company and project standards.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- 3–6 years of experience in HVAC application engineering and drafting (preferred to be with HVAC Supplier) within the UAE/GCC market-
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Strong understanding of HVAC design principles, equipment selection, and system layout.
- Familiarity with chilled water, VRF, and DX systems.
- Knowledge of ASHRAE and SMACNA standards preferred.
- Ability to interpret project drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
- Good command of English communication (written and spoken).
Responsibilities
- Heat load Calculations & Design in case of schedule not provided by the customer.
- Equipment selection / Cost Estimation / Quotation
- Follow up on Quotation.
- Preparing Technical Submittal.
- Preparation of Order Estimation sheet and getting it approved by Sales Manager/Sr.Manager.
- Preparation of Project file and handing over the file to Sales Coordinator.
- Get the specification from the contractors, based on the customer specification and the equipment schedule select fan models and quote based on price list & Cost Sheet.
- Prepare submittal based on the contract specification and submit to the contractor/ consultant for approval.
- Sending the order acknowledgement to customers.
Qualifications
- Graduation or Post Graduation in Mechanical Engineering
- Relevant exp. as an Application Engineer or similar roles
- Understanding of HVAC Systems, Heat Load Calculations, HVAC Design using AutoCAD or similar software
- Experience in Sales support - creating quotations and understanding of commercials
- Understanding of creating Technical submittals based on project specifications
- Good communications skills - written & verbal