Lead Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/Plumbing

GRIFOLS, S.A.•Clayton, NC

71d•Onsite

About The Position

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions. Looking for an engineer specialized in industrial utility systems and plumbing. This job description is intended to present the general content and requirements for the performance of this job. The description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Managers and supervisors may assign other duties as needed. Meets customer expectations and continuously improves process technology or capital process through improved productivity and quality, in consultation with internal departments and external resources. Maintains awareness of governmental, industry, and academic developments. Usually participates with a technical or industry association external to the company. Works efficiently with people to transfer technology into the business. Transfers knowledge for the good of the corporation. Leads installation, qualification, and integration into process controls of mechanical systems. Develops objectives and implementation plans for a team of engineers. Works with a core team and management to continue to develop and define the approach for the organization. Participates in identification, justification, development, and implementation of strategies and communicates the ideas to the core team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field from an accredited university and be able to obtain a NC PE license. Other professional registration and/or certifications as appropriate.
Minimum of 6 years of industrial experience.
Possesses adequate communication skills necessary in interacting with internal and external customers.
Report-writing skills are important to help prepare clear and concise updates to clients and co-workers.
Must be computer literate and have knowledge of such software programs as Microsoft Office that is helpful in creating reports, spreadsheets, and system design plans.
Must also be well-organized and have the ability to facilitate meetings ensure reports are organized and prepared in advance to present to intended parties.
Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present complex ideas in clear and simple terms.
Strong problem solving skills.
Ability to analyze and identify areas for improvement.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Biotech or Chemical industry preferred.
Experience designing following system types: Steam, Chilled Water, Heating Hot Water, Compressed Air, Natural Gas, and Plumbing is highly desired
HVAC experience is not required but shall be considered a plus for the candidate.
Direct experience with AutoCAD, PipeFlo, Revit, Plant 3D is not required but will be considered a plus for the candidate.
Pharmaceutical experience is not required but shall be considered a plus for the candidate.

Responsibilities

Will design the following system types: Steam, Chilled Water, Heating Hot Water, Compressed Air, Natural Gas, and Plumbing
Develop construction documents for industrial and commercial code compliant underground plumbing systems.
Specify technical utility equipment: boilers, chillers, cooling towers, heating hot water skids, air compressors, receivers, tanks, and other parts of the listed system types thru development of user requirements, P&IDs, equipment sizing calculations, equipment specifications and datasheets.
Modify existing or develop new piping, material, and equipment specifications to meet requirements of project scopes.
Perform vendor & bid evaluations, progress monitoring, and attendance of factory acceptance testing.
Field supervision of contractors during construction to ensure safety, quality, and schedule.
Work as part of a multidiscipline team to design, start up and commission new systems.
Provide contractors answers to questions that arise during construction, review/approve component submittals, issue field notices as needed.
Ensure drawings are as-built, document commissioning, prepare turnover package.
Ensure compliance with company, environmental, building code, and regulatory policies and procedures and is responsible for optimum use of staff and technical capabilities within defined areas.
Analize existing utility systems and infrastructure and reconfigure to support new operations.
Function as site subject matter expert for industrial utility design and construction.
Provide the necessary calculations for all equipment sizing associated with the utility systems.
These new utility systems are to support the FDA licensed blood fractionation, purification, and filling operations.