IOTA Group is looking for an experienced HVAC Engineer to join its teams within a leading global energy company, supporting a major international LNG development.

The position will initially be based in Milan, Italy, during the Engineering phase of the project, within a large-scale LNG facility comprising more than 80 buildings.

As an HVAC Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing HVAC engineering activities across the project.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Manage the issuance, review and approval of HVAC engineering technical documentation.
• Ensure that all Project HSE requirements are integrated and consistently applied throughout HVAC design activities.
• Monitor the engineering development and progress of HVAC systems delivered by contractors and package vendors.
• Review engineering and vendor documentation to ensure compliance with project specifications, Statement of Requirements (SOR), HSE requirements and applicable international standards.
• Supervise engineering contractors performing detailed HVAC design, ensuring compliance with cost, schedule, quality and safety requirements.
• Develop and review HVAC engineering deliverables and ensure consistency across technical documentation.
• Identify opportunities for design optimisation, standardisation and cost savings.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines on constructability and operational interfaces, including 3D model reviews.
• Participate in HAZOP studies, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and vendor inspections when required.
• Ensure the quality and completeness of final HVAC documentation before handover to Operations.

• Master's degree / Bac+5 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant HVAC engineering experience within Oil & Gas, LNG or large-scale EPC/industrial projects.
• Strong experience with HVAC systems operating in classified and hazardous areas, including Zone Classification, ATEX or equivalent requirements.
• Good knowledge of international standards such as ASHRAE, NFPA, API and ISO.
• Experience reviewing HVAC technical documentation, including data sheets, calculation notes, P&IDs, layouts and vendor documentation.
• Proven experience supervising engineering contractors and package vendors.
• Experience with FAT, vendor inspections, HAZOP studies, multidisciplinary design reviews and constructability assessments.
• Chartered Engineer, PE registration or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
• Strong communication, analytical and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Proactive and safety-oriented mindset.

Location: Milan, Italy
Working Schedule: Resident position – 5 days per week
Starting Date: 1 September 2026
Mission Duration: 12 months

Languages: French and English required. Additional languages are an advantage.

Due to mobilisation timelines, preference will be given to candidates who already have the right to work in the EU.

Benefits & Allowances: A competitive benefits and allowance package will be provided in line with the assignment conditions.