Lead Mechanical Engineer, Biopharma Facilities & Cleanrooms

The Keystone Distinction Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Senior Lead Mechanical Engineer to head the mechanical group in its Boston-area office, leading designs for pharmaceutical and biotech facilities, including biologics labs and aseptic processing areas.

You will guide HVAC and process systems, mentor a team of about ten engineers, and collaborate with process, electrical, architecture, and commissioning teams while supporting client relationships and proposals.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer license.
• Significant mechanical design experience on pharmaceutical or biotech facilities with hands-on cGMP work.
• Working knowledge of cGMP HVAC requirements, including cleanroom classification and pressurization.
• Experience leading and mentoring engineers.
• Comfortable working directly with clients.
• Familiarity with ISPE Baseline Guides is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for pharma/biotech spaces, including cleanrooms and aseptic areas.
• Design central utility systems such as chiller plants.
• Perform load calculations and equipment selection; write specs.
• Serve as engineer of record and review team's work.
• Mentor and develop engineers in the group.
• Work with clients and support proposals/business development.
• Coordinate with process, electrical, architecture, and commissioning teams.
• Support construction administration, including submittals, RFIs, site visits.

Skills

Mechanical design

cGMP HVAC knowledge

Mentoring

Client interaction

Engineering leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

The Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Senior Lead Mechanical Engineer to head the mechanical group in its Boston-area office, leading designs for pharmaceutical and biotech facilities, including biologics labs and aseptic processing areas.

You will guide HVAC and process systems, mentor a team of about ten engineers, and collaborate with process, electrical, architecture, and commissioning teams while supporting client relationships and proposals.