Project Engineer 2

Job Title: Project Engineer

Location: Vacaville, CA

Duration: 6 Months

Job Description:

Provide engineering support for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems to ensure reliable, compliant, and efficient operation of facility and manufacturing environments. This role supports operations, maintenance, and capital projects within Utilities and Facilities Engineering.

HVAC systems are critical for controlling temperature, humidity, airflow, cleanliness, and pressure, which directly impacts product quality and regulatory compliance in pharmaceutical environments.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Engineering

Design, review, and modify HVAC systems, including:

Air Handling Units (AHUs), ducting, and airflow systems

Heating, cooling, humidification, and filtration systems

Perform engineering calculations (airflow, load, pressure, energy)

Ensure compliance with GMP, GEP, and site standards for controlled environments

Review and approve HVAC-related drawings, specifications, and change records

Support system commissioning, qualification, and requalification

Operations Support

Provide troubleshooting support for HVAC system failures or deviations

Analyze system performance issues (e.g., airflow imbalance, temperature instability)

Work closely with maintenance and operations teams to resolve issues in real time

Participate in on-call or off-hours support when required (common in utilities roles)

Automation & Controls (BAS Integration)

Support HVAC systems integrated with Building Automation Systems (BAS), including:

Monitoring alarms and trends

Troubleshooting system malfunctions

Reviewing and implementing automation changes

HVAC systems are commonly monitored via BAS platforms (e.g., Siemens Desigo), which also handle site utility alarms and regulatory monitoring

Projects & Continuous Improvement

Lead or support capital projects and upgrades (retrofits, expansions, efficiency improvements)

Identify energy and sustainability opportunities (e.g., airflow optimization, heat recovery)

Support retro commissioning efforts to improve system performance and reliability

Assist in developing and executing project scopes, timelines, and budgets

Compliance & Documentation

Ensure HVAC systems meet regulatory and quality requirements (FDA, GMP)

Support audits, inspections, and deviation investigations

Develop and maintain:

SOPs and engineering standards

Change controls and validation documentation

Provide technical input for permits and safety reviews

Qualifications

• Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• Experience

• Typically 3–8 years in HVAC engineering or utilities systems

• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated environments preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of:

• HVAC system design and operation

• Cleanroom and controlled environments

• BAS/controls systems

• Problem-solving and troubleshooting capability

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

• Strong collaboration with operations, quality, and maintenance teams

• Work Scope

• Supporting site utilities such as HVAC, chilled water, steam, and compressed air systems

• Working on tasks such as:

• Airflow verification and requalification

• Equipment data management

• Sustainability and energy improvement initiatives

• Job type: Contract Division: eTeam Inc (US) Category: eTeam United States Reference: 26-60394