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Job Title: HVAC Engineer
Job ID: 26-03399
Location: Vacaville, CA 95688
Duration: 6 Months
Position Type: Onsite

Job Summary

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.

Quick Summary

Focus: HVAC system reliability, compliance, and performance
Environment: GMP / pharmaceutical manufacturing
Core strengths: Design + troubleshooting + Client + compliance
Impact: Ensures product quality, operational continuity, and energy efficiency

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 (Client Integration)

Support HVAC systems integrated with Building Automation Systems (Client), including:
Monitoring alarms and trends
Troubleshooting system malfunctions
Reviewing and implementing automation changes
HVAC systems are commonly monitored via Client 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
Client/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

The hourly rate for this position is between $55.00 and $60.57 per hour.
Compensation:
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include [geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate].

Benefits:
Sunrise offers ACA compliant medical coverage/dental insurance/vision insurance to all employees. We also offer Sick time benefits as required per State regulations.

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Dice Id: sunrise
Position Id: 26-03399
Posted 5 days ago

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