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MSD

Associate Director – HVAC Engineering

MSD

. Lead or support HVAC design efforts for capital projects .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $142,400 - $224,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in HVAC design and engineering, with a strong focus on project management, technical guidance, and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in troubleshooting, commissioning, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver effective HVAC solutions in pharmaceutical and biotech environments.

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HVAC DesignProject ManagementCommissioning and StartupTechnical GuidanceRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills
HVAC System DesignMechanical Utility System DesignEquipment SizingSystem TroubleshootingDrawing DeliverablesUser Requirement Specifications (URS)PFD and P&ID DeliverablesCold Temperature Units (CTUs)Refrigeration SystemsEngineering Fundamentals
Soft Skills
LeadershipTeamworkCommunicationAnalytical AbilitiesMentoring
Tools & Technologies
AutoCAD2D/3D Design Tools
Industry Keywords
Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotech IndustryBuilding CodesIndustry StandardsSustainabilityEnergy-Saving EffortsCapital ProjectsStage-Gate Capital Management Process

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead or support HVAC design efforts for capital projects
  • Provide technical guidance during project scoping and front-end planning
  • Evaluate HVAC solutions for sterile, bulk biological, solid dosage, and laboratory facilities worldwide
  • Support sustainability and energy-saving efforts
  • Lead small or minor project design efforts and support major project designs
  • Ensure project deliverables conform to company standards and are technically sound
  • Collaborate with project teams during detailed design, construction, and installation of HVAC systems
  • Author and maintain engineering design standards, guidelines, practices, and position papers
  • Provide technical support during startup planning, commissioning, and qualification of HVAC systems
  • Troubleshoot HVAC issues with global manufacturing site engineering teams
  • Conduct project peer reviews and provide HVAC subject matter expertise
  • Track the latest industry technology trends
  • Collaborate with Global Quality and Global Safety & the Environment on guidance documents and initiatives
  • Interface with HVAC equipment vendors
  • Support and conduct field walk-downs during construction or troubleshooting
  • Mentor and coach junior engineers
  • Participate in professional or technical organizations
  • Operate within project and department cost and schedule constraints

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or applicable science degree required
  • Minimum ten (10) years of experience in the design of HVAC and associated mechanical systems
  • Strong working knowledge of HVAC and mechanical utility system design
  • Knowledge of engineering fundamentals and regulatory requirements
  • Experience with equipment sizing, specifications, and system troubleshooting
  • Prior HVAC systems engineering design experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or related industry
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply building and industry-related codes
  • Broad knowledge of HVAC system materials and fabrication techniques
  • Ability to generate drawing deliverables, project specifications, facility User Requirement Specifications (URS), and written design reports
  • Experience with commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting of HVAC utility systems preferred
  • Experience with cold temperature units (CTUs) and refrigeration systems preferred
  • Strong leadership and teamwork skills preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills preferred
  • Strong analytical abilities and solid engineering fundamentals preferred
  • Experience with capital projects using a stage-gate capital management process preferred
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and other 2D/3D design tools preferred
  • Ability to produce layout, PFD, and P&ID deliverables preferred
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally; approximately 30% global travel anticipated
  • Must be a US or Puerto Rico resident
  • Visa sponsorship is not available
  • Valid driving license is not required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual bonus eligibility
  • Long-term incentive eligibility, if applicable
  • Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
  • Other insurance benefits for employee and family
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
  • Paid holidays
  • Vacation
  • Compassionate days
  • Sick days
  • Hybrid work arrangements
  • Flexible work location
  • Professional and technical organization participation
  • Mentoring and coaching opportunities