Hvac Engineer Jobs in South Carolina
Hvac Engineer jobs in South Carolina are consistently active, with demand concentrated in commercial construction, industrial manufacturing, and institutional facilities management across the state at levels from entry to senior project engineer. The largest hiring markets are Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville, where employers such as Fluor, Bosch, and the Medical University of South Carolina regularly seek hvac engineers. The most in-demand specialties include energy efficiency and controls, commercial system design, and industrial process cooling. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Work Location: Greenville, SC
Job Title: 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 work- related 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
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
Work Location: Greenville, SC
Job Title: 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 work- related 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
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
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What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hvac engineer jobs across South Carolina.
- Active South Carolina mechanical contractor license or recognition of equivalent licensed engineer in state
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Professional Engineer license or active pursuit of PE licensure preferred by most employers
- Hands-on experience with HVAC system design, load calculations, and equipment selection
- Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit MEP, or HAP energy modeling tools
- Familiarity with ASHRAE standards, local South Carolina building codes, and energy codes
Hvac Engineer Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hvac engineer in South Carolina?
You begin with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, then gain qualifying work experience before sitting for the Professional Engineer exam administered through the South Carolina Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. Many candidates first pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam as an Engineering Intern, then accumulate supervised experience before applying for full PE licensure. Commercial and industrial employers in South Carolina typically require or strongly prefer a licensed PE for engineer-of-record responsibilities.
Which companies hire hvac engineers in South Carolina?
South Carolina hvac engineer roles are posted by Fluor, JLL, and OLH and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. South Carolina's mix of automotive manufacturing in the Upstate, aerospace around Charleston, and large hospital systems statewide means openings appear across a wide range of industry sectors.
Which South Carolina cities have the most hvac engineer jobs?
Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston are the South Carolina cities with the most hvac engineer openings. Charleston's expanding aerospace and healthcare sectors, Columbia's concentration of state government facilities and university campuses, and Greenville's dense manufacturing and automotive corridor all generate steady demand, which is why smaller surrounding communities also see openings tied to those anchor employers and projects.
Are there remote hvac engineer jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of hvac engineer openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, since most of the role involves site visits, equipment inspections, and coordination with on-site construction or facilities teams. The portions of the work most suited to remote arrangements are design drafting, load calculations, and report writing rather than commissioning or field supervision.
How can I get hired as a hvac engineer in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an engineering internship or co-op with a South Carolina mechanical engineering or building systems firm while completing your degree, since many Upstate and Lowcountry firms hire their interns directly into junior engineer roles. Large facilities-heavy employers such as hospital systems and university campuses frequently post entry-level facilities or plant engineer positions that accept new graduates. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early and building an AutoCAD or Revit portfolio strengthens any application without field experience.
Where can I find and apply to hvac engineer jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to hvac engineer jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current South Carolina openings across commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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