Senior HVAC Engineer

We’re expanding our engineering team and looking for a Senior HVAC Engineer to take technical ownership of HVAC and ventilation design for district heating plants of tomorrow. You will ensure that the design solutions meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements. Experience with fire extinguishing and fire protection systems is a strong advantage as well as your ability to support utility system design. The role involves close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead design of HVAC and ventilation systems for industrial facilities (process areas, electrical rooms, control rooms)
• Perform heat load calculations, ventilation sizing, and equipment selection
• Develop technical specifications, datasheets, and design reports
• Review layouts, duct routing, access/maintainability, and installation requirements
• Coordinate HVAC interfaces with fire safety requirements (fire/smoke dampers, shutdown logic, purge modes, pressurization concepts)
• Support fire protection design activities when needed (system concepts, design reviews, vendor coordination)
• Contribute to utility system design discussions (e.g., cooling water, chilled water, hot water/steam, compressed air) together with the process engineering team
• Participate in multidisciplinary design reviews and safety workshops (HAZID/HAZOP where relevant)

Qualifications:

• Master’s or bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in HVAC, process engineering or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial HVAC engineering and ventilation design
• Proven capability to take ownership of design packages and lead technical delivery
• Strong understanding of industrial ventilation, zoning/pressurization, and reliability requirements
• Experience in nuclear projects or other highly regulated industries (e.g., energy, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals) is highly valued.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
• Fluent in English

What We Offer:

At Steady Energy, you’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organization. We provide:

• Comprehensive occupational health care (through Terveystalo Sujuva).
• Accident insurance covers both work and leisure time.
• Travel insurance also covers leisure trips.
• Paid annual leave from the start of employment.
• Epassi benefits: lunch + flex benefit (incl. culture, sports, health, massage, commuting, dental care)
• Salary range: €5 500 – €7 000 per month depending on experience.
• Flexible hybrid/remote working options where applicable.
• Opportunities for learning, professional growth, and career progression.

About Steady Energy:

Steady Energy is dedicated to transforming the energy sector through small modular nuclear reactor technology. Our mission is to deliver safe, sustainable, and cost-efficient energy systems that enable the global transition to clean heating solutions. With a multidisciplinary team and a strong innovation-driven culture, we’re shaping the future of district heating and industrial energy supply.

Other Terms and Conditions:

The position requires a security clearance conducted by the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service (Supo). Employment is subject to passing clearance. 

How to Apply:

Please submit your application through our career page no later than March 15th. We review applications continuously and may fill the position before the closing date. For further information, please contact HR Specialist, Anna Walldén hr@steadyenergy.fi.