Superintending Engineer HVAC

Role & responsibilities

1. Position Overview:

The Superintending Engineer (Refrigeration/HVAC) will lead and oversee all aspects of HVAC and refrigeration engineering across the organizations pharmaceutical facilities. This includes design development, capacity planning, execution, operation, and energy optimization of HVAC-R systems aligned with GMP, Schedule M, and regulatory norms for sterile and non-sterile areas.

2. Key Responsibilities:

2.1 Design & Technical Oversight:

• Develop Basis of Design for Cleanroom HVAC, comfort cooling, AHUs, ducting, VAV systems, and refrigeration plants (including chillers, compressors, and cooling towers).
• Plan and review layouts for classified zones, VFD-integrated AHUs, VRF systems, dehumidifiers, and air balancing.
• Ensure refrigeration load calculations, psychrometric analysis, and heat load estimations are done precisely.
• Define control strategies (BMS, SCADA) for temperature, RH, and differential pressure.
• Prepare and review GFC drawings, BOQs, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and vendor submittals.

2.2 Project Planning & Execution:

• Execute HVAC & refrigeration systems for greenfield, brownfield, and capacity expansion projects.
• Supervise site execution, equipment installation, commissioning, validation (DQ, IQ, OQ), and performance testing.
• Review contractor deliverables, approve MEP coordination layouts, and conduct FAT/SAT.
• Implement redundancy and zoning strategies for critical cleanroom applications.

2.3 Compliance & Quality Assurance:

• Ensure HVAC-R designs are fully compliant with GMP, WHO, USFDA, and Schedule M norms.
• Monitor parameters like air changes, pressure gradients, and HEPA filter integrity.
• Lead HVAC qualification protocols and support audits with technical documentation.
• Maintain records of HVAC performance data, breakdowns, and maintenance schedules.

2.4 Energy Optimization:

• Drive initiatives to reduce HVAC energy consumption through advanced technologies (e.g., EC fans, VFDs, enthalpy wheels).
• Optimize chilled water and refrigerant systems with energy-efficient strategies.
• Conduct HVAC audits and monitor KPIs (COP, EER, RH control, system downtime).

2.5 Team & Vendor Management:

• Lead a team of HVAC engineers, supervisors, and technicians.
• Coordinate with consultants, vendors, and OEMs for design reviews and execution plans.
• Manage procurement, cost negotiation, and AMC/CMC contracts for HVAC-R systems.

2.6 Reporting & Documentation:

• Prepare HVAC engineering deliverables, validation documentation, and audit reports.
• Track project timelines, CAPEX vs. actuals, and commissioning milestones.
• Report deviations, CAPAs, and root cause analysis for breakdowns.

3. Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or HVAC Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years in HVAC/Refrigeration projects, with at least 5 years in sterile pharma environments.
• Exposure to VRF, chilled water systems, BMS, AHU validation, and regulatory inspections is mandatory.
  
  Familiar with pharma HVAC standards:ISPE, ASHRAE, ISO 14644.

4. Skills & Competencies:

• Sound knowledge of HVAC-R systems, cleanroom design, psychrometry, and validation.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, HAP, TRACE, Revit MEP, and MS Project.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Deep understanding of pharma regulations, energy audits, and safety norms.

5. KPIs:

• HVAC uptime > 98% in critical zones
• Timely qualification of HVAC systems
• Reduction in HVAC energy usage (kWh/TR)
• Audit compliance without critical/major observations