HVAC Principal Design Engineer

UDR is seeking qualified candidates for an opportunity to support an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) project. Work Location: Greenville, SC . Position: HVAC Principal Design Engineer. Job Description Provide essential administrative processes, technical knowledge and leadership as described below. This position oversees a specific project area and represents the engineering discipline, ensuring technical accuracy in project execution in all phases. This is a lead position on assigned projects performing engineering assignments of advanced complexity. Under general supervision of the Discipline Lead Engineer, serve as a Supervising Lead providing guidance and supervision to other engineers and designers. Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding technical solutions to problems of advanced complexity in accordance with project requirements. Develop and review specifications and design criteria. Perform and check engineering analyses and calculations; specify materials, equipment, and systems; and solve technical problems of advanced complexity. Coordinate technical issues with other disciplines, project management, vendors, and clients. Execute work in compliance with Project Quality Plan and procedures. Execute work in accordance with the approved project scope, cost, and schedule baselines. Develop and review estimates, schedules, and progress reports, including effort‑hour estimating and staff forecasting. Establish, control, and report on material key quantities; provide analysis and forecasts. Provide technical support to activities associated with equipment, material procurement, and subcontracting—including scopes of work, technical bid evaluations, and review of vendor submittals. Provide technical support to activities associated with construction administration—including response to construction requests‑for‑information and field changes. Other duties as assigned. Basic Job Requirements U.S. citizenship required. Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of fifteen (15) years of work‑related experience. Working knowledge of applicable federal (including Department of Energy orders), state, and local codes and standards. Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to project management, coworkers, clients, vendors, and subcontractors. Job‑related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job. Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards. Ability to perform work in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes, statutes, and guidelines. Attention to detail and ability to work in a time‑conscious and time‑effective manner. Intermediate computer and software skills, including proficiency in word processing, email, spreadsheet, and electronic presentation programs. Significant experience providing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services on large industrial projects. Proficiency executing large EPC projects utilizing engineering analysis, 3D modeling, and 2D computer‑aided drafting and design (CADD) automation tools in a multi‑disciplinary environment. Discipline Specific Job Requirements Advanced engineering knowledge in the design of Heating, Ventilation and Air‑Conditioning (HVAC) systems. Development of HVAC load calculations. Development of HVAC airflow diagrams and instrument diagrams. Development of HVAC system sequence‑of‑operation narratives. Sizing and specification of air‑handling units and other equipment. HVAC main duct and distribution duct sizing and routing. Development of black‑utility specifications (chiller, boiler, custom air‑handling unit, air compressor, and cooling tower) based upon sizing data provided by Process. Development of HVAC specifications. Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineer license. Experience with design of systems, structures, and components for nuclear facilities under the requirements of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) NQA‑1. Advanced knowledge of commercial availability and cost of materials. Demonstrated experience managing and leading large projects. Proficiency with project set‑up, development of control‑level schedules, progress reporting, and project close‑out. Practical field experience. EPC project experience for the following industries: U.S. Department of Energy or other U.S. Federal Government Agency. Nuclear facilities under a nuclear quality assurance program. Manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology. UDR Consulting, Inc. is a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned, Woman‑Owned, Minority‑Owned, Small Disadvantaged Business. An Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or individuals with disabilities. UDR also supports a drug‑free work environment. UDR offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefit packages, including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre‑tax 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions. #J-18808-Ljbffr UDR Consulting Inc