Project Engineer - Chillers (Contractual)

About the role

Johnson Controls is looking for an experienced Project Engineer for chiller projects, based in Mumbai but working on project sites across India. This is a one-year contractual position; renewal depends on performance and business needs. The engineer manages end-to-end execution of chiller projects, from installation through testing, commissioning and project coordination, ensuring timely delivery while keeping quality, safety and customer satisfaction standards.

Key responsibilities

• Execute chiller installation projects from project handover to final commissioning.
• Manage project planning, scheduling, resource allocation and site execution.
• Coordinate with customers, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Supervise installation of chillers, pumps, piping, controls and related HVAC equipment.
• Carry out testing and commissioning of water-cooled and air-cooled chillers.
• Monitor progress and keep projects within timelines and budgets.
• Prepare project documentation, reports, commissioning records and handover documents.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and company standards at sites.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during installation and commissioning.
• Take part in customer meetings, give regular status updates and coordinate with service and operations teams for project closure.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 3 to 10 years of experience in HVAC or chiller project execution.
• Hands-on experience installing, testing and commissioning chillers.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, healthcare, data center or infrastructure projects.
• Willingness to travel extensively to project sites.

Required skills

• Good understanding of HVAC systems, chilled water systems, pumps, piping and controls.
• Knowledge of project management and site coordination.
• Preferred: experience with water-cooled and air-cooled chillers, BMS integration and HVAC controls.
• Preferred: ability to read engineering drawings and project specifications, proficiency in MS Office and project reporting tools.