Utility Engineer

Experience: 10 Years Job Summary: Seeking an experienced Utilities Engineer with engineering, procurement and construction management support experience in FMCG, or pharmaceutical industry.

· Utility engineer will closely work with client and support in following areas

· Following up with design consultant regarding design readiness /closure

· Closure of Engineering deliverables – Addressing the concerns offline vs meeting

· Following up with internal/external stake holders for utility CPS and all activities before end dates

· Field verification – arranging meetings between Client /Consultant /Vendors wherever necessary

· Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and external vendors to ensure seamless project execution

· Support construction execution planning

· Experience in pharmaceutical HVAC design, including cleanroom environments, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and contamination control, will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

Industrial HVAC System Design & Engineering

· Design and develop HVAC systems for industrial applications, including air handling units (AHUs), ventilation, ductwork, chilled water systems, and process cooling systems.

· Perform heat load calculations, psychrometric analysis, and airflow distribution design for critical process areas. Develop and review HVAC layouts, P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams), and GA (General Arrangement) drawings.

· Ensure proper selection of chillers, cooling towers, heat exchangers, fans, pumps, and dehumidification systems based on process requirements.

· Design cleanroom HVAC systems, including airlocks, HEPA/ULPA filtration, pressure balancing, and air change rate calculations.

· Optimize airflow distribution and humidity control for pharmaceutical, chemical, and FMCG manufacturing facilities.

· Ensure HVAC system integration with fire safety, building management systems (BMS), and energy recovery systems.

Mechanical & Piping Design

· Develop piping layouts, isometrics, and support structures using industry-standard tools.

· Review P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams) and GA (General Arrangement) drawings for equipment and piping.

· Ensure proper pump, compressor, heat exchanger, and tank selection based on process requirements. Coordinate with process, electrical, instrumentation, and civil engineers to ensure seamless design integration.

Project Execution & Field Support

· Work closely with project teams to ensure timely execution of mechanical and piping designs.

· Prepare BOQs (Bill of Quantities) and procurement specifications.

· Provide on-site support during equipment installation, commissioning, and startup.

· Assist in resolving field issues related to mechanical, HVAC and piping systems.

· Conduct site surveys, as-built documentation, and design modifications as required.

· Collaborate with fabrication and construction teams to resolve site-related issues.

· Provide on-site technical support during HVAC system installation, testing, and commissioning.

· Ensure compliance with HVAC design, safety, and quality standards during installation.

· Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning checks, including system validation, airflow balancing, and pressure testing.

· Work closely with construction teams to review HVAC ducting, piping, and insulation installations for quality assurance.

· Conduct as-built documentation and coordinate any design modifications required during construction

Compliance with Engineering Standards & Regulations

· Ensure HVAC designs comply with ASHRAE, ISHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, ISO, OSHA, USFDA, EU GMP, WHO GMP, and other regulatory requirements.

· Develop and maintain engineering design calculations, HVAC specifications, and datasheets.

· Conduct energy efficiency analysis and recommend improvements in HVAC performance.

· Perform CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) simulations for airflow and thermal distribution optimization.

· Conduct risk assessment and failure mode analysis (FMEA) for HVAC critical systems.

Vendor Coordination & Support

· Liaise with HVAC, equipment vendors, suppliers, and contractors to ensure compliance with project requirements.

· Review vendor proposals, specifications, and technical documentation, providing feedback and approvals.

· Conduct technical discussions and negotiations with vendors for the selection of HVAC equipment.

· Participate in FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing), SAT (Site Acceptance Testing), and third-party inspections.

· Address and resolve vendor-related non-conformities or deviations from project specifications.

Key Skills & Competencies:

· Proficient in AutoCAD, Plant 3D, or similar for piping and equipment modelling.

· Ability to work with ERP systems and engineering document management software.

· Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, psychometrics, and heat transfer.

· Experience in cleanroom HVAC design, pharmaceutical HVAC validation, and air filtration systems.

· Ability to interpret HVAC layouts, equipment specifications, and airflow distribution diagrams.

· Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and regulatory compliance awareness.

· Excellent communication, vendor management, and teamwork abilities.