1. Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (Most Common):
• Mechanical Engineering
• HVAC Engineering
• Thermal/Building Services Engineering
• Diploma/Associate Degree (for some roles):
• HVAC Technology
• Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

2. Certifications (Optional but Advantageous)

• HVAC Professional Certifications:
• ASHRAE Certification (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers)
• HVAC Excellence Certification
• R-410A or Refrigerant Handling Certification (for handling refrigerants safely)
• Project/Software Skills:
• AutoCAD (for ducting layouts)
• Revit MEP (Building Information Modeling for HVAC)
• HAP or Carrier software (HVAC load calculations)

3. Experience

• Internship or hands-on training in HVAC installation, maintenance, or design is highly valued.
• Many employers prefer engineers with 2–5 years of practical experience in HVAC systems.

4. Skills Needed

• Knowledge of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems
• Understanding of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
• Ability to design ductwork, piping, and HVAC layouts
• Familiarity with energy efficiency and building codes

Skills

• Knowledge of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems
• Understanding of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
• Ability to design ductwork, piping, and HVAC layouts
• Familiarity with energy efficiency and building codes