Design- HVAC Engineer

Role & responsibilities

1. Design, installation, operation, commissioning, and validation of HVAC systems for pharmaceutical and chemical plants.
2. Ensure HVAC systems comply with applicable GMP, FDA, WHO, ISO, and other relevant regulatory standards.
3. Maintain and monitor temperature, humidity, differential pressure, air changes, and air cleanliness in cleanrooms and production areas.
4. Handle and supervise HVAC systems and equipment, including:

• AHU (Air Handling Units)
• Chillers
• Cooling Towers
• Ducting Systems
• HEPA Filters
• VRF/VRV Systems
• Ventilation Systems

5. Prepare HVAC layouts, equipment layouts, and system drawings as per project requirements.
6. Perform heat load calculations manually and using HAP software.
7. Carry out duct sizing, pipe sizing, and pressure-drop calculations.
8. Select appropriate HVAC equipment based on technical specifications, project requirements, and energy-efficiency considerations.
9. Coordinate and monitor HVAC validation activities, including:

• DQ Design Qualification
• IQ Installation Qualification
• OQ Operational Qualification
• PQ Performance Qualification

10. Prepare and maintain SOPs, preventive maintenance schedules, validation documents, technical reports, and other HVAC-related documentation.
11. Coordinate with Project, Production, QA, Maintenance, and other cross-functional teams for smooth project execution and operations.
12. Troubleshoot HVAC system issues and implement corrective actions to ensure reliable operation and minimum downtime.
13. Monitor energy consumption and utility performance and identify opportunities for energy efficiency and optimization.
14. Supervise and coordinate with vendors, contractors, service providers, and AMC agencies for installation, maintenance, servicing, and troubleshooting activities.

Preferred candidate profile

Knowledge of cleanroom HVAC design.

Understanding of pharmaceutical / Chemical compliance standards.

Experience with BMS/EMS systems.

Strong technical, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.

AutoCAD or HVAC design software knowledge is an advantage