Your role
- Develop/Lead HVAC designs for railway depots, station buildings, and maintenance facilities in compliance with UK rail standards.
- Perform/Checks heat load calculations, ventilation strategies, and energy efficiency assessments aligned with international best practices.
- Address depot-specific HVAC challenges, including:
- Ventilation for maintenance bays to manage fumes and contaminants.
- Dust and particulate control in heavy-duty cleaning zones.
- Coordinate with MEP teams to ensure integrated design solutions considering buildability and operational requirements.
- Ensure compliance with UK standards (BS EN), Network Rail specifications, and adapt designs for Canadian and Middle Eastern codes.
- Prepare design reports, specifications, and respond to technical queries.
- Utilize tools such as AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Navisworks, BIM 360 Or Bentley equivalent for reviewing models and generating schematics.
- Competent in HVAC simulation software such as HAP, IES VE and OpenBuildings Designer energy simulator (Hevacomp).
- Support multi-region projects, adapting designs to Canadian and Middle Eastern codes and climatic conditions.
- Ensure compliance with CDM regulations.
- Participate in internal meetings, presentations, and technical reviews.
About you
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
- 12+ years of experience in HVAC design, preferably within rail or large infrastructure projects.
- Proven knowledge of UK standards (BS, Network Rail & LU standards) and familiarity with international codes (ASHRAE, Middle East standards).
- Proficiency in HVAC design software and BIM tools (Revit MEP or equivalent).
- Solid communication and report-writing skills.
Desirable Requirements:
- Experience with UK rail projects and GRIP/PACE stages.
- Exposure to Canadian and Middle Eastern rail/building projects.
- Knowledge of energy modelling and sustainability frameworks (LEED, BREEAM).
- Working towards or