Lead Mechanical HVAC Engineer

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering in the energy sector. It helps unlock solutions to critical challenges in the energy and materials markets.

Job Profile

The company is hiring a Lead Mechanical HVAC Engineer who will execute all phases of project design and lead HVAC/Mechanical design teams through all design phases: feasibility/concept development, preliminary design, detailed design, and construction assistance.

Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future.

Education Level

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering (required)

Work Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience within pharmaceuticals and biotechnology

License/Certification

• Professional Engineering License (required)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Calculating loads for wet utilities, line sizing, and distribution design (e.g., chilled water, plant steam, chilled glycol)
• Coaching and support of other mechanical engineers/designers
• Conceiving, planning, and executing Feasibility and Conceptual studies
• Contributes to business growth through client relationships and support of proposals and presentations
• Coordinating work with process engineers and architects to define utility requirements for utility generation and distribution systems
• Establish effective working relations with colleagues, clients, and officials.
• Establishing a mechanical design basis, developing options, and optimizing the selected design
• Help to establish a culture of technical excellence through role modelling and communicating expectations
• Leading HVAC/Mechanical design teams through all design phases: feasibility & concept development, preliminary design, detailed design, and construction assistance.
• Participating in project planning, cost development, and project scheduling
• Performing field surveys and evaluating the condition of existing equipment and systems
• Preparing bid and purchase specifications for mechanical equipment (e.g., HVAC Systems, boilers, chillers)
• Providing world-class mechanical and HVAC engineering expertise to our clients and Wood Life Sciences globally
• Response to construction Requests for Information (RFIs), develop final construction documents including: plans, specifications, schedules, and details
• Reviewing submittals and shop drawings
• Lead development of HVAC/Mechanical design documents for biotech and pharmaceutical facilities –
• Ductwork and Piping Plans
• General Arrangement Plans
• HVAC Airflow and Instrumentation Diagrams
• HVAC and Utility System Sizing Calculations
• Pressurization Diagrams
• Schedules and Details
• Utility Process and Instrumentation Diagrams
• Zoning Plans

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, innovation, and ambition
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, decision-making capabilities, problem resolution skills, and a sense of initiative are important for this industry
• Flexibility to travel (~10%)
• International experience (required)
• Knowledge of cGMPs (required)
• Knowledge of the relevant regulatory framework and legislation
• Maintains an expert-level understanding of department standards & guidelines, as well as applicable engineering codes and standards
• Preferred computer skills: AutoCAD, Revit 3D modeling, PipeFlo, CFD Airflow Modeling, Trane Trace 3D.

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• A flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.

Employer’s Statement

Wood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.