Senior Mechanical/HVAC/Building Services Engineer - Life Sciences

Jacobs; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Mechanical/HVAC design professional in Ireland to lead plant design activities and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams. You will perform 2D/3D design work, review deliverables, and participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and vendor evaluations.

The role requires 8+ years in Mechanical/HVAC and Building Services, a Level 8 degree, and strong English communication. Hybrid working is supported as part of Jacobs’ flexible approach.

Qualifications

• Primary degree in Building Services, Energy or Mechanical Engineering (Level 8) and working towards or holding Chartered status.
• 8+ years of Mechanical/HVAC and Building Services experience.
• Experience with start-up and commissioning is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently lead plant design activities as area/system leader and coordinate with multi-disciplinary designers.
• Perform Mech/HVAC plant design in 2D/3D integrated design systems across disciplines.
• Conduct quality checks for 2D/3D modelling and Mech/HVAC deliverables.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments and vendor bid evaluations.
• Assist in proposals, scopes, schedules and budgets.
• Communicate effectively in a fast-paced team environment with multiple deadlines.

Skills

Mech/HVAC design

Communication skills

Spreadsheet proficiency

Problem solving

Multi-disciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Building Services, Energy or Mechanical Engineering (Level 8)

Tools

Navisworks

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

The successful candidate will report functionally to the Mechanical/HVAC Department Manager and on a project basis to the Lead Mechanical Engineer or Project Manager in accordance with the project structure.

You will be responsible for

• Independently lead plant design activities as an area/system leader and coordinate with multi‑discipline designers.
• Perform Mech/HVAC plant design work across several engineering disciplines in 2D/3D integrated design systems.
• Perform quality review checks for 2D/3D modelling and Mech/HVAC deliverables.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments and vendor bid evaluations.
• Assist in the generation of proposals, scopes, schedules and budgets for projects.
• Display strong communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment with multiple deadlines.

Requirements

• Pharmaceutical experience preferable, large scale industrial, skill sets wet and dry, calculations, specifications, detailing and sizing.
• Proficient in spreadsheets, problem solving and solution creation.
• Strong relevant engineering/design experience in industrial/advanced technology sector and mission critical systems.
• Engineering/ design experience in the Mech/HVAC systems
• Experience with start‑up and commissioning will be an advantage.
• Experience in equipment layout definition.
• Excellent English level - written and spoken,
• Knowledge of Mech/HVAC specific design standards (minimum UK/EU).
• Ability to interact with other engineering disciplines, clients, and vendors at all levels.
• Experience using Navisworks or similar is desirable.

Here's what you'll need

• Primary degree in Building Services, Energy or Mechanical Engineering (Level 8) and either working towards or already gained chartered status
• 8+ years experience in the field of Mechanical/HVAC and Building Services

Ideally, you will also have;

The successful candidate will have proven experience of HVAC systems and utilities systems design in Pharmaceutical and/or Semiconductor industries in a lead capacity including

• HVAC systems for cleanrooms
• Specification of AHU’s and other specialist air handling equipment
• Chilled water and glycol systems
• Steam systems
• Hot water systems
• Cooling water systems
• Compressed air systems
• Specification of mechanical plant including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, compressors, pumps
• Risk assessments, safety and constructability reviews
• Preparation of tender and construction packages

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