Fluor Corporation

Senior Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) - Life Sciences

Fluor Corporation$119K — $222K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Accredited four-year degree in engineering or equivalent, plus ten years of work experience
  • Mechanical or Architectural Engineering degree focused on mechanical systems
  • Professional registration (PE License) in relevant engineering field
  • Proven leadership ability to supervise a diverse engineering team
  • At least six years of experience in designing HVAC and plumbing systems for pharmaceutical projects

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and coordination of HVAC, utilities, and plumbing for complex facilities
  • Develop and review project requirements and engineering deliverables
  • Prepare and check calculations and specifications per codes and client needs
  • Plan and manage discipline work including estimates, schedules, and tracking
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for effective design integration
  • Support equipment procurement and technical evaluations
  • Provide engineering support during construction and commissioning
  • Mentor junior engineers and designers

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Disability coverage and life insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off including sick leave and parental leave
  • Training and development courses to enhance skills
Full Job Description
Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) to support the design and delivery of complex pharmaceutical and life sciences manufacturing facility projects. This role functions as a Mechanical Discipline Lead or Area Lead, responsible for HVAC, utilities, and plumbing systems from early design through construction. The position is suited for candidates with experience in engineering consulting or large project delivery environments, who are comfortable leading design efforts while remaining hands-on with engineering deliverables.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead the design and coordination of HVAC systems, utilities, and plumbing systems for complex facilities

Develop and review project scope, design criteria, and engineering deliverables

Prepare and check calculations, specifications, and construction documents in accordance with codes and client requirements

Plan and manage discipline work, including estimates, schedules, staffing, and progress tracking

Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure integrated and constructible designs

Support equipment procurement, including vendor data review and technical evaluations

Provide engineering support during construction, installation, and commissioning

Assist with development of permitting and subcontract packages

Serve as a technical resource within areas of expertise

Mentor and support engineers and designers

Basic Job Requirements

  • Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and ten (10) years of work-related experience; a recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field, if required; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
  • Mechanical degree or Architectural Engineering degree with focus in mechanical building systems
  • Professional registration (PE License) in mechanical or other relevant engineering field
  • Ability to supervise and lead a diverse design team to work effectively with both internal and external organizations
  • Minimum of six (6) years of experience working in an engineering design firm developing mechanical (HVAC, utilities, and plumbing) construction documents for pharmaceutical and life sciences projects


Other Job Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working within engineering, consulting or large project delivery environments


  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit


  • Practical experience supporting construction, installation, and commissioning of mechanical systems


  • Experience coordinating work across multiple engineering disciplines on complex projects


Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate's qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Salary Range: $119,500.00 - $222,500.00

About Fluor Corporation

Fluor is a FORTUNE 500 company that delivers engineering, procurement, construction, maintenance (EPCM), and project management to governments and clients in diverse industries. For nearly a century, clients have selected Fluor as their company of choice to complete challenging projects in remote parts of the world.

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Learn more about Fluor Corporation
Size
40,582 employees
Market Cap
$4.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$435 million
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
-8.2%
Revenue
$15.6 billion
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