HVAC Project Engineer for Regulated Pharma

GXP CONSULTING Switzerland; Mittelwallis; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

International projects

Training opportunities

Job summary

GXP CONSULTING Switzerland is seeking an HVAC Engineering professional to lead conceptual and technical HVAC activities on pharma/biotech CAPEX projects. You will own HVAC systems through the full lifecycle from concept to handover, coordinating with process, automation, electrical and other disciplines, and guiding contractors on site.

The role requires 5–10 years of experience in relevant industries, strong HVAC knowledge, and fluent German with working English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in mechanical, process, chemical engineering or similar.
• 5–10 years in engineering, project execution or operations within pharma, biotech, chemical or industrial manufacturing.
• Solid hands-on HVAC expertise, including codes, standards and regulations.
• Exposure to GMP and cleanroom environments is a strong plus.
• Proven experience with commissioning and integrated testing.
• Confident in managing contractors and multiple stakeholders.
• Fluent German (mandatory) and working English; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Help shape HVAC concepts and technical requirements for new builds and upgrades.
• Act as the technical owner of HVAC systems throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with process, automation, electrical, mechanical, architecture, EHS and fire safety teams, plus external firms.
• Steer HVAC contractors and suppliers on site to meet budget, timeline and quality targets.
• Participate in 3D model reviews and interdisciplinary coordination to resolve interfaces.
• Drive commissioning, functional tests and acceptance of HVAC installations with contractors.
• Compile and validate as-built docs and ensure smooth handover to operations.
• Contribute to other CAPEX topics as needed.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Contractor management

Regulatory compliance

Project execution

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

GXP CONSULTING Switzerland is seeking an HVAC Engineering professional to lead conceptual and technical HVAC activities on pharma/biotech CAPEX projects. You will own HVAC systems through the full lifecycle from concept to handover, coordinating with process, automation, electrical and other disciplines, and guiding contractors on site.

The role requires 5–10 years of experience in relevant industries, strong HVAC knowledge, and fluent German with working English.