Team Member - Engineering (HVAC)

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories; Andhra Pradesh; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Medical coverage

Relocation support

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in India is seeking an HVAC Engineer with 6-12 years of experience to manage preventive maintenance and ensure operational efficiency of HVAC systems. Responsibilities include coordinating with cross-functional teams, monitoring energy efficiency, and maintaining compliance with GMP standards. Candidates should have a B.Tech. or equivalent degree in Electrical Engineering and strong troubleshooting skills. This role offers career growth with a focus on quality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 6 to 12 years of relevant work experience in HVAC.
• Ability to manage budgets and spare parts.
• Experience in regulatory audits and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute HVAC preventive maintenance schedules.
• Monitor air quality and energy efficiency across utility systems.
• Maintain records of breakdowns and maintenance activities.

Skills

Experience with large HVAC systems

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting utility equipment

Project management

Knowledge of GMP and GEP

Education

B.Tech. / B.E. / M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company with a global presence. Our 24,000+ employees work with the purpose to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We aim to reach over 1.5 billion patients by 2030 by growing core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. We are an equal opportunity employer and commit to a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other protected characteristic.

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented engineering team member to coordinate and execute HVAC preventive maintenance schedules, manage breakdown records, ensure adherence to SOPs, and support HVAC validation to maintain operational efficiency and reliability. This role supports HVAC in a validated and qualified state as per SOP and regulatory guidelines, CAPA closure, contributing to seamless production operations, regulatory compliance, and effective resource utilization.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Operation and maintenance of HVAC systems for pharmaceutical formulation and utility equipment (Chiller). Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure periodic requalification, HEPA replacement, AHU asset robustness, and preventive maintenance of utility equipment like AHU, Chiller, and Heat Pump.
• Prepare the Preventive Maintenance Plan (PMP) and maintain records of breakdowns and maintenance activities. Ensure minimum critical and non-critical spare parts are available.
• Monitor air quality, load distribution and energy efficiency across utility systems. Implement and track energy conservation measures aligned with corporate sustainability goals.
• Coordinate with external contractors and agencies, review and ensure implementation of Work Instructions and SOPs related to production operations.
• Train and assist team members during troubleshooting, breakdowns, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Ensure inventory control for all instrument spares and maintain balance investigation processes.
• Plan, consolidate and submit the maintenance budget for the allotted area/unit; ensure maintenance expenditure stays within budget.
• Ensure availability of all process equipment and regular maintenance of spares by coordinating with OEMs, external vendors, and SCM.
• Close and complete all assigned CAPAs on time.
• Support technical/documentation activities at site as instructed by the Section Head.
• Prepare, update, and maintain documents for audits (SOPs, formats, PM books, protocols, and machine history books) for the respective areas.
• Ensure facility upkeep in line with GMP and cGMP requirements and implement Good Engineering Practices (GEP).

Qualifications

Educational qualification: B.Tech./ B.E. / M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering

Minimum work experience: 6 to 12 years

Skills & Attributes

Technical Skills

• Experience with large HVAC systems, preventive maintenance, equipment breakdown maintenance, and predictive maintenance.
• Troubleshooting and breakdown management of utility equipment (Chiller, Air Compressor, heat pump, etc.).
• Experience in managing preventive maintenance plans and project management.
• Ability to prepare energy reduction plans in HVAC.
• Knowledge of GMP and GEP; ability to lead for regulatory audits.

Behavioural skills

• Strong communication and collaboration to coordinate with cross-functional teams and external contractors.
• Attention to detail for preventive maintenance, documentation, and inventory control.
• Commitment to quality and compliance.

Additional Information

About the Department

Global Manufacturing Organisation (GMO). We operate multiple state-of-the-art manufacturing plants across Hyderabad, Vizag, Baddi, Mexico, Shreveport, and Mirfield, including OSD, Injectables, and API facilities, and serve 66 countries. We manufacture a portfolio of complex APIs and 1,150+ drug master files across key therapy areas. Our facility recognition includes the World Economic Forum Global Lighthouse Network.

Benefits Offered

We offer career growth and professional development through learning programs. Benefits include joining and relocation support, family support (maternity/paternity), medical coverage, life coverage, and other industry-standard offerings.

Our Work Culture

We are driven by the credo Good Health Can’t Wait. We foster empathy, dynamism, teamwork, and a culture that values diverse skills bound by a common purpose. For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/