Sr. HVAC Engineer

Responsibilities 

• Ensure facility mechanical and HVAC systems are designed and installed to meet operational requirements, safety standards, and applicable regulatory guidelines, including cGMP and relevant codes.

• Lead or support capital and continuous improvement projects from concept through execution, aligning scope, budget, and schedule.

• Develop conceptual and detailed designs for facility mechanical systems using internal and external resources.

• Perform design reviews, evaluate technical submittals, document revisions, and track overall design progress.

• Communicate project status, risks, and resolutions to stakeholders.

• Coordinate with procurement to obtain proposals, select vendors/contractors, manage purchase requisitions, review submittals, and ensure timely delivery of materials and services.

• Direct and coordinate contracted personnel during installation and startup while maintaining safe and quality work practices.

• Assist maintenance teams in developing operating procedures, preventive maintenance plans, replacement strategies, and spare parts programs.

• Provide troubleshooting and repair strategies for facility equipment and utility systems.

• Support commissioning and qualification activities to ensure compliant installation and documentation.

• Maintain controlled facility and system drawings and documentation.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience

• 5–8+ years of experience in facility engineering, construction, or design engineering

• Experience working with mechanical utility systems such as HVAC, chilled water, steam, heating hot water, humidification/dehumidification, and building automation controls

• Knowledge of controlled environment systems including air pressurization and HEPA filtration

• Understanding of regulated manufacturing environments and cGMP practices preferred

• Strong communication, organization, and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Experience working within project teams and coordinating multiple stakeholders

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)