Senior HVAC and Building Services Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 99,500 - 165,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Senior HVAC and Building Services Engineer in Exton, PA to manage design projects within biotech and industrial facilities. The role includes directing junior staff, participating in meetings, and designing complex HVAC systems. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering and 10 years' experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a competitive salary ranging from $99,500 to $165,800 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience as an HVAC engineer.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, or highly technical industrial projects.
• Knowledge of codes, standards, and industry norms.

Responsibilities

• Delegate and direct work to junior engineers and interns.
• Participate in owner meetings and lead discussions.
• Conduct field surveys and on-site construction reviews.
• Design HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.

Skills

HVAC system design

Problem-solving skills

Field survey experience

Team leadership

Quality management compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

Tools

Carrier HAP

Trane Trace

AutoCAD

Revit

Excel

Word

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Senior HVAC and Building Services Engineer to join our team in Exton, PA. Our office in Exton is responsible for managing design projects including mechanical, electrical, plumbing/fire protection, and process disciplines within biotech, pharmaceutical, chemical, and high‑tech industrial facilities. We are a multidisciplinary team that collaborates on new projects and upgrades to existing facilities.

Your role

• Delegate and direct work to junior engineers, designers, CAD technicians, and interns.
• Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
• Participate in owner meetings for project kick‑off and review presentations, leading discipline‑related discussions.
• Conduct field surveys of existing conditions and on‑site construction progress punch‑list reviews.
• Work independently to solve complex problems.
• Compile data and prepare reports.
• Coordinate operation within the project team to ensure schedules are met, workforce needs are tracked and conveyed, and consistency with policies and procedures is upheld.
• Prepare concept‑study presentations and written basis‑of‑design documents.
• Design HVAC systems, including:
  • Building heating and cooling loads.
  • Airflow diagrams.
  • Room‑to‑room pressurization plans.
  • Hydronic flow and riser diagrams.
  • Static pressure and pump head calculations.
  • Selecting chillers, boilers, heat exchangers, and associated central plant equipment.
  • Selecting air handlers, exhaust fans, air valves, and diffusers.
  • Specifying sequence of operation and control point lists.
  • Reviewing shop drawings and responding to requests for information.
  • LEED documentation (a plus).
• Design plumbing systems (a plus).
• Design fire protection systems (a plus).
• Complete quality‑management training and comply with the program, upholding a culture of quality in all aspects of work.

About You

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.
• Ten years of experience as an HVAC engineer working on pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, and/or highly technical industrial projects.
• Knowledge of codes, standards, and industry norms.
• Computer skills required: Carrier HAP or Trane Trace, Excel, Word.
• Computer skills a plus: AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, Navisworks.
• Located within an hour commute of Exton, PA.

Rewards & Benefits

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and short‑ and long‑term disability, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, leaves of absence options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. Compensation is between $99,500 and $165,800 annually, depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Equal Opportunity Statement

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug‑free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability.