HVAC Engineer (Mumbai)

HVAC Engineer (Mumbai)

Job Description: HVAC Engineer – Data Center
Job Title: HVAC Engineer – Data Center
Experience: 5–10 Years
Location: Pan India / International Projects
Industry: Data Center / Critical Infrastructure
Employment Type: Full Time
Role Summary
The HVAC Engineer – Data Center will be responsible for the design, execution, testing, commissioning, and operation support of HVAC systems for hyperscale and retail data center facilities . The role ensures high availability, energy efficiency, redundancy, and compliance with global data center standards.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Engineering
Design HVAC systems for data centers including chilled water systems, air-cooled / water-cooled chillers, AHUs, CRAH, In-Row cooling, DX and VRF systems .
Perform heat load calculations , airflow analysis, redundancy planning (N, N+1, 2N).
Prepare Basis of Design (BoD) , design reports, layouts, single line diagrams, and technical specifications.
Ensure compliance with ASHRAE TC 9.9, TIA-942, Uptime Institute and local codes.
Support energy-productive cooling strategies such as hot aisle/cold aisle containment and free cooling where applicable.
Execution & Site Management
Oversee HVAC installation activities in coordination with civil, electrical, and IT teams.
Review and approve shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals .
Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors for timely execution and quality control.
Monitor site activities to ensure adherence to approved drawings, safety standards, and project schedules.
Testing, Commissioning & Validation
Plan and execute pre-commissioning, commissioning, and integrated system testing (IST) .
Conduct functional testing of chillers, pumps, AHUs, CRAH units, and controls.
Coordinate with commissioning agents and third-party auditors.




Support Uptime Institute Tier certification readiness and audits.
BIM & Coordination
Review and coordinate BIM models (Revit, Navisworks, Revizto) for clash detection and system integration.
Participate in multidisciplinary coordination meetings.
Ensure HVAC systems integrate seamlessly with BMS, EMS, and DCIM platforms .
Commercial & Vendor Management
Prepare BOQs, technical bid analysis (TBA) and support vendor selection.
Evaluate HVAC equipment based on performance, reliability, and lifecycle cost.
Assist in billing, cost control, variation management, and documentation.
Required Skills & Competencies
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of data center cooling concepts and critical infrastructure .
Hands-on experience with CRAH, In-Row cooling, chilled water plants, cooling towers, and air distribution systems .
Familiarity with ASHRAE TC 9.9 thermal guidelines .
Knowledge of Uptime Tier I–IV requirements .
Experience in hyperscale and colocation data center projects preferred.
Software & Tools
HAP / equivalent heat load software
AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks
MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Primavera (preferred)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
IOSH / safety certification preferred
Additional certifications in data center design or commissioning are an advantage
Behavioral Competencies
Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work in fast-paced, mission-critical environments
Analytical and problem-solving mindset
Proactive, detail-oriented, and quality-focused
Preferred Experience
Experience working with hyperscale clients (AWS, Google, Microsoft, STT, Equinix, etc.)
Exposure to 36 MW+ data center facilities
Experience in international projects is a plus
Reporting To
HVAC Lead / MEP Manager / Data Center Engineering Manager

📌 HVAC Engineer (Mumbai)
🏢 Reliance Industries
📍 Mumbai