Principal Design Engineer - HVAC SME

  • Fluor
  • Raleigh, North Carolina
  • Full Time
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, youre invited to apply for this role.

**Job Description**

This position leads the development of HVAC and building systems designs that are an integral part of feasibility studies, conceptual designs and early basic design packages prepared by the Global Project Development Studio team for new facilities. This is a client-facing technical role and reports to the head of the PDS in Greenville South Carolina. The HVAC SME may have direct reports that are skilled additional technical specialties such as building utilities, building energy modeling (BEM) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).

The PDS is a global team of subject matter experts, process architects, process, and equipment engineers within the ATLS Division of Fluor. Our team serves the life sciences, advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, data center and battery manufacturing industries. It delivers as many as fifty projects per year.

The essential job duties for this position are as follows:

Development of thermal load calculations.

Evaluate and propose optimum building orientation and envelope composition.

Establish appropriate ACH and ISO classifications to support operations.

Apply exceptional design techniques for highly potent or cytotoxic products.

Use monitoring and safety in design practices to manage VOCs.

Use psychometric analysis to identify ways to recover and reuse energy.

Coordinate with Architecture to develop classification and pressure cascade diagrams.

Develop conceptual sizing of air handling units, exhaust, and other related systems.

Specify materials of construction for ductwork, based upon application.

Specify freezers and refrigeration units.

Develop descriptions for BAS or BMS systems.

Support the preparation of LEED score cards.

Evaluate the use of heat pumps and other technologies to secure LEED points.

Provide clients with technical advice. Build client relationships through credibility.

Participate in sales pursuits as needed.

Coordinate the design transition between feasibility and conceptual design and from conceptual design to basic design.

Other duties as assigned.

**Basic Job Requirements**

Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and sixteen (16) years of work-related experience

Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors

Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job

Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines

Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards, commercial availability and cost of materials

Effort-hour estimating and staff forecasting

Managing and leading a large project

Project set-up, developing control-level schedules, progress reporting and project close-out

Practical field experience

Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs

Demonstrate an elevated level of technical knowledge in one or more of the manufacturing sectors served by ATLS.

Analytical approach to problem solving and identifying potential solutions.

Technical and business writing skills

Basic understanding of design, engineering, procurement, material management, construction, commissioning, start up, turn over work processes, sequencing, and interfaces.

Ability to resolve problems and to be comfortable in complex projects or business environments.

Ability to travel periodically to other Fluor offices or client locations in support of projects or routine business needs.

**Other Job Requirements**

Participate in Fluor University courses for continued learning experiences.

Utilize the Fluor Knowledge Management processes to capture, support and leverage relevant knowledge to enhance project execution, if appropriate.

Actively participate and represent Fluor at industry trade shows, annual meetings, or other professional gatherings for the industries we serve.

**Preferred Qualifications**

Experience leading complex, HVAC and building systems design projects for one or more of the industry segments PDS serves.

Construction experience and understanding of site organization and construction safety.

Experience collaborating with permitting authorities.

Recognized professional certification or registration

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidates qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Salary Range: -
Job ID: 485515696
Originally Posted on: 7/16/2025

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