Mechanical HVAC Engineer- Life Sciences

Wood PLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Diversity & Inclusion

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits

Professional development

Global connections

Job summary

Wood is seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer for our Life Sciences business in a remote capacity. You will lead HVAC design efforts, develop construction drawings, and evaluate equipment for energy systems in life science labs and manufacturing plants.

The role emphasizes design leadership, field assessment, and interaction with clients. Requires 5–10 years of experience, a BS in Mechanical Engineering (ABET), and ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited school.
• 5-10 years of facility HVAC design experience.
• Able to generate own drawing packages with AutoCAD and Revit.
• Knowledge of codes and industry standards (NFPA, International Codes, FMDS, ASHRAE).
• Able to write design analyses, specifications, estimate project costs, and estimate construction schedule duration.
• Able to travel by air & ground, climbing ladders.
• Must pass drug screen, background check, and have satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical design packages within defined schedule and budget requirements.
• Executes facility mechanical engineering HVAC designs according to codes and standards.
• Meet with clients, present for HVAC progress, design options and 3D model reviews.
• Performs facility system assessment field work.
• Generates workload plans, design analyses, drawings, specifications, HVAC calculations.
• Supports proposals generation (FEL1-3, Detailed Design).
• Significant CAD work with AutoCAD and Revit.
• Reviews work of and guides junior engineers.
• Review equipment and material submittals for adequacy and compliance with documents.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

HVAC design

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

Navisworks

Elite CHVAC

AFT Fathom

Trane TRACE

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer to join our Life Sciences business. This opportunity is Remote. #LI-Remote

The Role

Wood is currently seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer candidate with design and analysis experience in industrial HVAC, Utilities and Plumbing system design to support the Life Science business. Primary focus for project work will be to prepare construction drawings, develop specifications and assess existing equipment for HVAC, plumbing, and energy systems for new and/or retrofit life science manufacturing plants and laboratories. This position primarily provides HVAC design leadership on detail design. Design leadership on detail design. Knowledge of fire protection and plumbing is a plus. In this position, the intermediate Mechanical Engineer provides mechanical engineering expertise from conceptual studies, feasibility analysis, construction grade scope and estimates, detailed design, start‑up, system optimization, and trouble‑shooting.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world. Wood's Life Sciences business leverages 50 years of Life Sciences experience in the Americas, Europe and Australia. We bring full asset lifecycle value proposition to leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies by accelerating the design and delivery of their most complex facilities at pace with uncompromising quality and safety standards. Our future-minded team focuses on sustainability and optimized facility performance through innovative and cleaner design solutions that ultimately lead to positive advancements in human health.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across our Life Sciences sector.
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Typical responsibilities:

• Provide technical design packages within defined schedule and budget requirements
• Executes facility mechanical engineering HVAC designs according to IAW applicable codes and standards
• Ability to meet with clients, present for HVAC on progress of work, design options and 3D model reviews
• Performs facility system assessment field work
• Generates workload plans, design analyses, drawing plans, specifications, HVAC load/ventilation calculations, pump calculations
• Supports proposals generation (FEL1 thru 3, Detailed Design)
• Significant CAD work with AutoCAD and Revit
• Reviews work of and provides guidance to junior engineers
• Review equipment and material submittals for adequacy and compliance with contractual documents
• Performs site visits when required and assists with construction RFI's after document issuance for construction

Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future.

QUALIFICATIONS

What makes you remarkable? At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

Expected:

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited school
• 5-10 years of facility HVAC design experience
• Able to generate own drawing packages with AutoCAD and Revit
• Knowledgeable with Codes and industry standards (ex. NFPA, International Codes, Factory Mutual Datasheets, ASHRAE, etc.)
• Able to write design analyses, specifications, estimate project costs, and estimate construction schedule duration
• Able to travel by air & ground, climbing ladders
• Must pass drug screen, background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy

Desirable:

• PE License is not required but desired
• Experience with REVIT and Navisworks
• Experience with Elite CHVAC, AFT Fathom, Trane TRACE (or Carrier HAP for energy modeling)
• Experience in Fire Protection and Plumbing is a plus
• PE License desirable

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.