Lead Mechanical Engineer

Exyte; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in North Carolina is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to specialize in Biopharma Life Sciences. This role involves designing HVAC systems for high-tech facilities, preparing engineering calculations, and leading project deliverables. Ideal candidates should have at least 8 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Proficiency in Autodesk Building Systems is essential, along with a PE License preferred. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is emphasized in this workplace.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in biopharma and life sciences.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering tasks for the design of utilities and HVAC systems.
• Prepare mechanical engineering calculations for HVAC systems design.
• Plan and schedule discipline deliverables and activities.

Skills

Proficiency in Autodesk Building Systems Software

HVAC systems design

Engineering calculations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Lead Mechanical Engineer – Biopharma Life Sciences

The Lead Mechanical Engineer specializes in Biopharma Life Sciences and collaborates within a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers to develop comprehensive construction documents for critical systems, including HVAC (wet and dry), plumbing, controls, and related infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Performs engineering tasks for the design of utilities and HVAC (wet/dry) systems for high technology facilities including cleanrooms, pharmaceutical manufacturing/process facilities, and life science facilities.
• Prepares mechanical engineering calculations in support of HVAC systems design, including heat load calculations, duct sizing, chilled water hydraulics, static pressure calculations, equipment sizing and selection.
• Plans and schedules discipline deliverables and activities, including man‑hour estimation, assigning personnel, and supervising discipline personnel on the projects.
• Supports project on‑site execution and makes decisions to support projects, acting as a technical consultant.
• Develops manpower and labor cost requirements for a project and monitors them to aid in evaluating project schedule and budget.
• Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff’s specific area of expertise.
• Develops study and design procedures to facilitate high‑quality, cost‑effective work by the discipline team.
• Develops conceptual, preliminary, and final design documents, including calculations related to sizing and selecting these systems, and the development of Process and Instrumentation.
• Creates diagrams, general arrangements, and sequences of operation associated with these systems.
• Works closely in coordination with the project team and other disciplines as well as other design offices.
• Coordinates with disciplines in the preparation and development of deliverables, ensuring those other disciplines’ inputs are incorporated.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
• 8+ years of experience.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Building Systems Software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Nation Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Record.
• Thorough knowledge of codes and industry standards related to the design of biologics and pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities and systems.
• Consulting engineering experience.
• Experience working within a team environment.
• Experience in the quality control review process.
• Experience contributing to continuous improvement processes.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Exyte US, Inc. is proud to be an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer that is committed to celebrating diversity and supporting an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.