HukariAscendent is a Women-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and other Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.

HVAC Senior Design Engineer

Job Description
The purpose of this position is to provide the essential administrative processes, technical
knowledge and leadership as described below. This position has oversight of a specific area and
acts as a representative of 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 an Area Lead providing
guidance/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 and 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 minimum ten (10) years of workrelated
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
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Intermediate computer and software skills to include proficiency in the use of word
processing, e-mail, 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-discipline
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 air flow 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 (chiller, boiler, custom AHU, air compressor and cooling
tower) specifications 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 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

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at https://www.hukari.com.

HukariAscendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.

HukariAscendent maintains a drug-free workplace.