HVAC Electrical/Automation Engineer
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About the Role
HVAC Electrical / Automation Engineer Design, develop, and modify electrical control systems for marine HVAC and chiller applications. Develop, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC an.
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Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and modify electrical control systems for marine HVAC and chiller applications
- Develop, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC and HMI programs for HVAC equipment and related automation systems
- Prepare and interpret electrical schematics, control wiring diagrams, single line diagrams, and I/O lists
- Design and review electrical control panels, including component selection, cable sizing, cable routing, and protection devices
- Support commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of HVAC, refrigeration, and PLC controlled systems both in workshop and on site
- Diagnose electrical, instrumentation, communication, and control faults and provide technical solutions
- Work closely with mechanical engineers and service technicians to integrate electrical and control systems with HVAC equipment
- Assist in planning preventive maintenance activities and recommend improvements
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation including drawings, operating manuals, test reports, and as built documentation
- Provide technical support to project teams, clients, and service personnel during installation, commissioning, and after sales activities
- Ensure designs and installations comply with applicable electrical, marine, and safety standards
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance control strategies, energy efficiency, and system performance
Requirements
- Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
- Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (preferably Siemens TIA Portal, LAD/FBD; SCL knowledge is an advantage)
- Familiarity with HMI development and industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profinet, or Ethernet/IP
- Good understanding of electrical drawings, control panel design, cable sizing, and protection coordination
- Basic knowledge of refrigeration cycles, chillers, pumps, valves, and HVAC control sequences
- Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and problem solving skills
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Job Overview
- HVAC Electrical / Automation Engineer
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and modify electrical control systems for marine HVAC and chiller applications.
- Develop, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC and HMI programs for HVAC equipment and related automation systems.
- Prepare and interpret electrical schematics, control wiring diagrams, single line diagrams, and I/O lists.
- Design and review electrical control panels, including component selection, cable sizing, cable routing, and protection devices (MCBs, MCCBs, relays, etc.).
- Support commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of HVAC, refrigeration, and PLC controlled systems both in the workshop and on site.
- Diagnose electrical, instrumentation, communication, and control faults, and provide effective technical solutions.
- Work closely with mechanical engineers and service technicians to integrate electrical and control systems with HVAC equipment.
- Assist in planning preventive maintenance activities and recommend improvements to enhance system reliability and performance.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, operating manuals, test reports, and as built documentation.
- Provide technical support to project teams, clients, and service personnel during installation, commissioning, and after sales activities.
- Ensure designs and installations comply with applicable electrical, marine, and safety standards.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance control strategies, energy efficiency, and system performance.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
- Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (preferably Siemens TIA Portal, LAD/FBD; SCL knowledge is an advantage).
- Familiarity with HMI development and industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profinet, or Ethernet/IP.
- Good understanding of electrical drawings, control panel design, cable sizing, and protection coordination.
- Basic knowledge of refrigeration cycles, chillers, pumps, valves, and HVAC control sequences.
- Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and problem solving skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Marine HVAC or industrial automation experience is preferred but not essential.
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