Pharma HVAC Project Engineer – GMP & Validation

Claran Consultants Ltd; Cork; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Claran Consultants Ltd is seeking an experienced HVAC Engineer for a leading biopharma facility in Co Cork to support small molecule manufacturing and act as a user representative. This is a 12-month contract focusing on design, implementation and regulatory compliance of HVAC systems across labs and production areas.

You will work with cross-functional teams, define project scopes with end users, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining GMP standards and training requirements.

Qualifications

• Third Level Qualification in Engineering.
• Language requirements: Proficient in English.
• At least 5 years HVAC experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Good communications and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Be a safety advocate, adhering to and promoting safety standards.
• Responsible for design of new HVAC systems and modifications to existing systems.
• Define project scopes with user representatives and detail in user requirement specifications.
• Coordinate technical requirements with area user representative.
• Provide estimates and technical guidance for CIR completion.
• Draft initial CIR for presentation for approval.
• Select and procure HVAC plant equipment, tender and award HVAC contracts with Purchasing.
• Ensure estimates support cost monitoring.
• Understand GMP requirements and ensure project design complies with them.
• Develop design calculations, drawings, scope documents and specifications.
• Understand local and corporate procedures and ensure project compliance.
• Comply with project execution guideline.
• Understand Validation requirements and determine Validation for projects.
• Work with Validation group to develop documentation.
• Place requisitions for components and adhere to FRAP policy.
• Monitor projects for scope, budget, schedule and report monthly via scorecard.
• Responsible for HVAC construction management and commissioning (air and utility balancing).
• Coordinate shutdown planning with business area team.
• Interpret FDA/guidance for HVAC standards and specifications.
• Identify personal training requirements and complete required training.

Skills

HVAC Engineering

Pharmaceutical

Teamwork

Education

Third Level Qualification in Engineering

Job description

Claran Consultants Ltd is seeking an experienced HVAC Engineer for a leading biopharma facility in Co Cork to support small molecule manufacturing and act as a user representative. This is a 12-month contract focusing on design, implementation and regulatory compliance of HVAC systems across labs and production areas.

You will work with cross-functional teams, define project scopes with end users, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining GMP standards and training requirements.