Senior HVAC Engineer
New Yesterday
Job Title: Senior HVAC Engineer
Contract Type: Contract (Outside IR35)
Location: Warrington
Duration: 6 Months
Purpose of the Role
The Senior HVAC Engineer is responsible for defining, managing, and delivering HVAC engineering work to ensure projects are executed safely, on time, and to the required standards. This role focuses on delivering HVAC design and substantiation for nuclear sector projects, ensuring full compliance with relevant technical, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Reporting To:
Principal Engineer or Head of Discipline
Key Accountabilities
Develop HVAC system designs and supporting documentation in accordance with project specifications
Deliver high-quality design outputs throughout all phases of the engineering lifecycle
Review and approve discipline-specific engineering deliverables
Contribute to design and safety reviews as required
Ensure full compliance with safety legislation, industry codes, and statutory regulations
Provide technically sound and cost-effective HVAC engineering solutions
Manage contractors and external interfaces
Support site surveys, installation, and commissioning activities
Support staff development and mentoring within the HVAC design team
Foster a strong safety culture across all engineering activities
Essential Requirements
Degree-qualified in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience
Working toward or already hold Chartered Engineer status
Strong understanding of HVAC system fundamentals, especially in high-integrity environments
Proven experience delivering HVAC design solutions within the nuclear industry
Good knowledge of nuclear safety case requirements
Understanding of relevant safety legislation and regulatory requirements
Experience in containment and process ventilation systems
Skilled in design and engineering substantiation
Demonstrable experience leading design teams and managing subcontractors
Experience in preparing technical input for bids and proposals
Strong organisational, interpersonal, and commercial awareness
Desirable
Chartered Engineer (CEng) and full membership of a relevant professional institution
Experience using IESVE or other HVAC simulation software
Full UK Driving Licence
Must have SC to be considered.
If you hold the relevant experience please apply today!
Company information
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Senior HVAC Engineer looking for new employment.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included
- Location:
- Warrington
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Engineer, Senior, HVAC Engineer, Engineering, HVAC