About the Company
Utopia is a forward-thinking global real estate development group dedicated to creating a distinctive portfolio of luxurious and high‑end hospitality assets. Founded in 2023, our in‑house architectural firm, Utopia Design, is at the heart of our mission to create a global portfolio of luxurious, high‑end hospitality destinations. As part of a growing real‑estate development group, Utopia Design brings bold vision and innovative thinking to every project we take on. We are a young, ambitious team driven by creativity, excellence, and the belief that great design transforms the way people live, travel, and connect.
About the Role
We are looking for dynamic and experienced Design Engineers to support ongoing design development of several luxury projects worldwide focusing on boutique hospitality assets. This role requires a creative and technical professional who can deliver efficient and innovative engineering solutions while maintaining the aesthetic and functional standards expected in luxury developments. In this role, you will be responsible for design development of luxury villas and boutique hotels engineering systems. You should work independently throughout the day, coordinate with the team when needed, and deliver intermediate results weekly. You will report to an MEP design manager, but collaborate with the entire design team, including architects, interior designers, structural engineers, the FF&E procurement team, and client representatives.
To succeed in this role, you should have excellent communication and presentation skills, be punctual, detail‑oriented, self‑organized, and motivated to deliver quality results.
Ideal Candidate
Degree in Civil or Building Engineering with a concentration in HVAC and mechanical systems
Between 5 to 10 years of engineering design experience working for a design consultancy or a general contractor
Experience in high‑end hospitality projects, like 5‑star hotels and private villas
Responsibilities
Design engineering systems for luxury villas and boutique hotels, ensuring compliance with local building codes and industry standards
Collaborate closely with architects, interior designers, and other engineers to integrate systems seamlessly into the overall project
Proactively participate in spatial coordination with architectural and structural models, research efficient methodologies, equipment, and systems to secure the initial design intent and high‑end user experience
Timely resolve technical issues and challenges during the design phase
Lead the development of detailed drawings, technical documentation, and system specifications using CAD and BIM tools, with the support of BIM modelers
Perform load calculations, energy modeling, and system sizing to optimize performance and energy efficiency
Oversee equipment selection, ensuring it aligns with project requirements and sustainability goals
Provide input during value engineering discussions to achieve the best balance between cost, quality, and performance
Supervise the design development, review and approve deliverables of third‑party designers, consultants, surveyors
Stay updated on the latest technologies, trends, and regulations related to HVAC systems in the luxury and hospitality sectors
CV Requirements
Degree in Civil or Building Engineering with a concentration in HVAC and mechanical systems
8 to 15 years of experience in design consultancy or general contractor
Experience working on low‑rise residential and hospitality projects – private homes and villas, hotels, and resorts
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
Professional level of English, both written and verbal
Good to have: Spanish
Experience in projects in the Caribbean region
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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