Mechanical/HVAC Engineer

Jedson Engineering; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Jedson Engineering is seeking a Registered Professional Mechanical Engineer with strong HVAC design experience for pharmaceutical process facilities. The role leads and supports HVAC and mechanical system design for regulated facilities, including cleanrooms and laboratories, ensuring cGMP compliance and contamination control.

You will coordinate across process, automation, validation and manufacturing teams, and support commissioning, qualification and regulatory reviews throughout concept to

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences facilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee HVAC systems supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratories, cleanrooms and process suites.
• Coordinate with process engineering, validation, quality assurance, automation and manufacturing teams.
• Lead or support commissioning, qualification, and validation activities.
• Review contractor submittals, drawings, and engineering calculations.
• Provide technical leadership for energy efficiency and reliability improvements.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.

Skills

Pharmaceutical HVAC systems

Cleanroom Design

Aseptic manufacturing support

Energy efficiency

Education

Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering

PE license

Job description

Mechanical Engineer (HVAC – Pharmaceutical Process Facilities)

We are seeking a Registered Professional Mechanical Engineer with strong HVAC design experience in pharmaceutical drug manufacturing environments. This role will lead and support the design of HVAC and mechanical systems for regulated facilities, including cleanrooms, laboratories, process suites, utility areas, and supporting infrastructure. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of cGMP environments, contamination control, pressurization strategies, and multidisciplinary coordination across process, architecture, automation, and construction.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in cleanroom environments, aseptic processing, contamination and control strategies, and regulatory compliance for pharmaceutical operations.

Key Responsibilities

Design and oversee HVAC systems supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratories, cleanrooms and process suites

Development Of Mechanical Engineering Packages Including

• HVAC load calculations
• Airflow and pressurization strategies
• Ductwork and piping layouts
• Equipment Specifications
• Control’s and integration requirements

Ensure Compliance With

• cGMP Requirements
• FDA regulations
• ISO cleanroom standards
• ASHRAE guidelines
• USP requirements where applicable

Support facility expansions, renovations, and capital projects from concept through commissioning and qualification

Lead or support commissioning, qualification, and validation activities

Coordinate with process engineering, validation, quality assurance, automation and manufacturing teams

Perform root cause investigations and implement corrective actions related to HVAC or environmental excursions

Review contractor submittals, drawings, and engineering calculations

Provide technical leadership for energy efficiency and reliability improvements

Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) registration/license required
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences facilities

Demonstrated Expertise With

• Pharmaceutical HVAC systems
• Cleanroom Design
• Aseptic manufacturing support
• Environmental Control systems i