Job Title: HVAC Engineer
Organisation: Schneider Electric
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Schneider Electric SE is a French multinational company that specializes in digital automation and energy management. It addresses homes, buildings, data centers, infrastructure and industries, by combining energy technologies, real-time automation, software, and services.
Job Summary: The HVAC Engineer will manage and supervise all heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems related to electrical substations, control rooms, and electrical enclosures within the EACOP project. This includes verifying design compliance, overseeing field installation, conducting performance tests, and ensuring all HVAC components meet Schneider Electric’s quality, energy efficiency, and environmental standards.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise HVAC system installation for substation buildings, electrical control rooms, and equipment shelters.
- Ensure compliance with project specifications for cooling load, filtration, ventilation, redundancy, and noise levels.
- Review HVAC drawings, airflow calculations, and duct layout plans; coordinate with design and site teams.
- Monitor contractor activities to ensure adherence to installation standards and ap-proved method statements.
- Conduct pre-commissioning and functional testing of HVAC units (DX systems, split units, precision ACs, etc.).
- Ensure HVAC systems support proper temperature control for sensitive electrical equipment.
- Support HVAC-related SCADA and BMS integration with MEP/control teams.
- Address site issues including equipment placement conflicts, ductwork clashes, and condensate handling.
- Validate insulation, sealing, firestopping, and condensation protection in HVAC zones.
- Prepare redline drawings and support handover documentation (O&M manuals, datasheets, as-built layouts).
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or HVAC Engineering.
Years of Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in HVAC design and field engineering, preferably in industrial or infrastructure projects.
- Industry Exposure
- Prior experience in oil & gas, utility substations, data centers, or EPC projects is highly preferred.
- Technical Tool/Software Proficiency
- AutoCAD MEP, Revit (preferred), HVAC load calculation tools (e.g., HAP or Carrier E20-II)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- HVAC system sizing, selection, and layout interpretation.
- Knowledge of ASHRAE standards, IEC requirements for temperature-controlled environments, and local codes.
- Understanding of fire dampers, filtration grades, pressurization, and redundancy strategies.
- Familiarity with building automation system (BAS)/BMS integration.
- Skills in HVAC system testing, balancing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
Personal Attributes
- Hands-on field presence with strong installation oversight.
- Excellent coordination and communication with multidisciplinary teams.
- High attention to detail and engineering accuracy.
- Proactive problem-solving mindset with constructability awareness.
- Safety-conscious with a focus on quality and compliance.
- Preferred Additional Qualifications
- International site experience, especially in remote environments or developing regions.
- Previous work with Schneider Electric or on energy infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of SCADA/BMS interface protocols (e.g., Modbus, BACnet).
- Fluency in English is mandatory; Swahili or French is a plus.
Performance Measurement (KPIs)
- % of HVAC installation completed on time
- System testing and commissioning compliance rate
- Number of HVAC-related punch list items
- Cooling performance compliance in operational rooms
- Zero NCRs related to HVAC execution
How to Apply:
You can apply by submitting your cover letter and CV to [email protected] Indicate application with reference: 1149-ADVT-GFS-UG-ELE-Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Engineer in the subject of the email.
The deadline for receiving applications is 15th September 2025, 5:00PM East African time.
All applicants should share their CV’s and Cover Letters in PDF or MS Word STRICTLY
Deadline: 15th September 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60