HVAC Design Engineer, Helsinki, Turku

About the role

As an HVAC Design Engineer, you will join a multidisciplinary engineering team working on technically demanding projects. You will take responsibility for designated air conditioning (AC) systems, ensuring that technical solutions meet project requirements, quality standards, and applicable regulations.

Your role will combine technical design responsibilities with supplier coordination and engineering oversight. You will review and evaluate technical documentation, provide feedback on supplier designs, and guide necessary modifications throughout the project.

You will work closely with project managers, suppliers, subcontractors, and other engineering specialists. As an experienced professional, you will also share your expertise and support less experienced colleagues.

This position requires strong previous experience with AC systems and the ability to work independently from an early stage. Previous experience in the client's specific industry is not required, but hands-on technical expertise in air conditioning systems is essential.

The position can be based in either Helsinki or Turku.

Work tasks

• Take technical responsibility for designated HVAC, ventilation, air conditioning, and cooling systems
• Prepare and review technical drawings, specifications, and design documentation
• Review supplier and subcontractor designs, provide technical feedback, and coordinate necessary modifications
• Evaluate technical solutions to ensure compliance with project requirements and quality standards
• Support technical procurement activities and equipment selection
• Collaborate with project managers, suppliers, engineers, and production specialists
• Prepare system testing documentation and provide technical support during project execution
• Guide and support junior engineers and designers when needed

We are looking for

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant engineering field
• Extensive relevant professional experience, including strong practical expertise in air conditioning (AC) systems.
• Strong technical design expertise and understanding of AC system operation and requirements
• Experience reviewing technical drawings, specifications, and supplier documentation
• Experience working with suppliers, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Ability to independently evaluate technical solutions and take responsibility for assigned systems
• Fluent written and spoken English skills

It is meritorious if you have

• Experience in technically demanding industrial or large-scale engineering projects
• Experience in technical procurement and supplier coordination

To succeed in the role, your personal skills are

• Collaborative and approachable
• Independent and solution-oriented
• Communicative and open-minded
• Detail-oriented while maintaining a practical and flexible approach
• Willing to share knowledge and support your colleagues

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our client’s wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.

Our selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.