HVAC Engineer

HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer – Maritime Systems

Location: Majority Remote, Weekly Glasgow visits

Type: Contract (initial 12 months)

Clearance Required: BPSS Clearance is fine

Join a world-class engineering team helping shape the future of complex naval platforms. We’re looking for an experienced and motivated HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in developing advanced Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems for high-performance maritime environments.

You’ll be paid a high hourly rate and work on technically fascinating and mission-critical systems, contributing to design solutions that support the safety, efficiency, and operability of some of the most advanced warships in the world.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Apply your HVAC expertise to solve complex mechanical design challenges across all phases of the shipbuilding lifecycle.
• Contribute to the development and assurance of HVAC architectures, ensuring designs are technically sound and operationally safe.
• Collaborate with subcontractors and internal stakeholders to deliver fit-for-purpose HVAC systems.
• Support continuous improvement by shaping engineering processes, tools, and standards.
• Conduct technical investigations and analyses, recommending innovative and practical solutions.
• Influence overall warship design by understanding HVAC’s impact on survivability, acoustic performance, maintainability, and more.
• Prepare detailed specifications and design appraisals aligned with strict quality and safety requirements.
• Mentor and support less experienced engineers within the team.
• Act as a key technical contact for customers and suppliers in your area of responsibility.

What We’re Looking For:

• Ideally degree-qualified in engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of engineering experience, preferably within defence, marine, or similarly regulated industries.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (or working towards).
• Strong technical knowledge of marine HVAC systems and auxiliary mechanical systems.
• Experience in the design, build, integration, and operation of naval vessels.
• Awareness of lifecycle engineering, design-for-support, and build strategies.
• Familiarity with engineering governance, standards, and risk-based design decision-making.
• A collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Why Join Us?

• Work on unique, large-scale naval programmes with long-term impact.
• Be part of a collaborative, highly skilled engineering team pushing the boundaries of maritime technology.
• Access professional development support, mentoring, and opportunities to grow into senior engineering or leadership roles.
• Contribute to projects that support national defence and global security.

Whether you're a seasoned HVAC design specialist or transitioning from another complex engineering domain with relevant experience, I would love to hear from you.