Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering, and operations for the energy and materials sectors, and they are seeking a Mechanical HVAC Engineering and Design Department Lead to join their Life Sciences business. The role involves leading HVAC/Mechanical design teams through all phases of design and providing mechanical and HVAC engineering expertise to clients in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
Responsibilities
- Providing world-class mechanical and HVAC engineering expertise to our clients and to Wood Life Sciences globally
- Contributes to business growth through client relationships and support of proposals and presentations
- Leading HVAC/Mechanical design teams through all phases of design: feasibility & concept development, preliminary design, detailed design, and construction assistance
- Establishing a mechanical design basis, developing options, and optimization of selected design
- Conceiving, planning, and executing Feasibility and Conceptual studies
- Coaching and support of other mechanical engineers/designers
- Lead development of HVAC / Mechanical design documents for biotech and pharmaceutical facilities:
- HVAC & Utility System Sizing Calculations
- HVAC Airflow and Instrumentation Diagrams
- Utility Process & Instrumentation Diagrams
- Pressurization Diagrams
- Zoning Plans
- General Arrangement Plans
- Ductwork & Piping Plans
- Schedules & Details
- Coordinating work with process engineers and architects to define utility requirements for utility generation and distribution systems
- Calculating loads for wet utilities, line sizing, and distribution design (e.g. chilled water, plant steam, chilled glycol)
- Preparing bid and purchase specifications for mechanical equipment (e.g. HVAC Systems, boilers, chillers)
- Performing field surveys and evaluate condition of existing equipment and systems
- Participating in project planning, cost development, and project scheduling
- Reviewing submittals and shop drawings
- Response to construction Requests For Information (RFIs), develop final construction documents including: plans, specifications, schedules, and details
- Help to establish a culture of technical excellence through role modelling and communicating expectations
- Establish effective working relations with colleagues, clients and officials
Skills
- PE license professional, or eligible require
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, decision making capabilities, problem resolution skills, and a sense of initiative are important for this industry
- Maintains an expert level understanding of department standards & guidelines, as well as applicable engineering codes and standards
- Knowledge of relevant regulatory framework and legislation
- Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, innovation, and ambition
- Minimum of 10 years' experience within pharmaceuticals and biotechnology
- BS or MS in mechanical engineering required
- Professional Engineering License required
- Knowledge of cGMPs required
- International experience required
- Preferred computer skills: AutoCAD, Revit 3D modeling, PipeFlo, CFD Airflow Modeling, Trane Trace 3D
- Flexibility to travel (~10%)
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid working
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
- Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
- Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
- Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
- Our Hybrid model has employees in the office 3 days a week with remote work 2 days a week
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