Senior Facilities Engineer (HVAC Engineer)

Senior Facilities Engineer (HVAC Engineer)

Introduction to role:

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of biopharmaceuticals? As a Senior Facilities Engineer, you will provide essential engineering support and technical expertise for HVAC, Refrigerant Systems, and Local Exhaust Ventilation systems across GMP, GxP, and non-GMP environments. You will be responsible for the entire life cycle of these systems, ensuring they meet the highest standards of reliability and efficiency.

Accountabilities:
- Deliver engineering support and technical expertise for HVAC, Refrigerant Systems, and LEV systems in diverse environments.
- Oversee the full life cycle of HVAC and exhaust systems.
- Cultivate strong relationships with key customers to understand their operational needs.
- Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure compliance within AstraZeneca facilities while minimizing disruptions to research activities.
- Develop criteria for project delivery, design, commissioning, and maintenance handover of HVAC systems.
- Coordinate and witness on-site HVAC commissioning activities.
- Implement HVAC maintenance best practices and strategies.
- Align projects with sustainability and environmental strategies for the Gaithersburg campus.
- Plan projects meticulously to ensure strategic development and communication.
- Utilize engineering knowledge to ensure equipment reliability and maintainability.
- Define project scopes that align with business goals and obtain necessary approvals.
- Manage change controls, deviations, and SOPs in areas of responsibility.
- Review design and construction documents for new site projects.
- Ensure campus compliance with relevant regulations regarding refrigerants.
- Be available 24/7 to manage emergency issues.

Essential Skills/Experience:
- Mechanical or Chemical Engineering Degree.
- 4-year degree in Mechanical Engineering and 7 years of experience supporting facilities engineering within a regulated or cGMP environment.
- 2+ years of project management experience.
- 2+ years in HVAC, Refrigeration, and Control System design.
- Experience in maintenance trades and knowledge of building codes.
- Maintain a current and thorough understanding of all utility and manufacturing equipment typically found in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Utility Plants, R&D Labs, Pilot Plants, and cGMP manufacturing environments.

Desirable Skills/Experience:
- PMP Certification.
- OSHA Part 1910 and 1926 knowledge.

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by a passion to innovate and create meaningful value in everything we do. Our commitment to patients living with rare diseases inspires us to push boundaries and deliver life-changing solutions. We foster a culture of integrity, inclusiveness, and collaboration, empowering our employees to make a real difference. With a rapidly expanding portfolio, we offer an entrepreneurial spirit combined with the resources of a global biopharma leader. Join us in our mission to change lives for the better every day.

If you're ready to be part of a team that is making a difference in the world of healthcare, we invite you to apply today!

The annual base salary (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from 132K - $199K.  However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles) or to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. 

Date Posted

05-Sep-2025

Closing Date

06-Nov-2025

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.