Location: Waterford, Ireland - (Please note you must be based in Ireland to be considered for this role)
Contract: 12 months
Rate: Circa - €55-70p/h DOE
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support Commissioning, Qualification, and Verification (CQV) efforts for the installation and integration of heat pump equipment and boiler systems at a GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing site. This role involves close collaboration with engineering, CQV, quality assurance, and operations teams to deliver qualified utility systems supporting core operational areas such as production, fill-finish, packaging, warehousing, and ancillary spaces including laboratories, maintenance, and utility buildings.
CQV & Project Support
* Lead and support CQV activities for heat pump and boiler systems
* Review Design Qualification (DQ) documentation
* Generate and execute commissioning protocols (FAT, SAT)
* Verify mechanical installations (piping, pumps, exchangers, valves)
* Conduct system walkdowns and resolve punch list items
* Review and approve P&IDs, datasheets, isometrics, and turnover packages
Engineering Implementation
* Contribute to mechanical system design and layout
* Oversee vendor equipment delivery, installation, and field verification
* Interface with building management systems (BMS/EMS) for control and monitoring
* Support tie-in and integration planning with existing utility networks (steam, hot water, chilled water, etc.)
Documentation & Compliance
* Generate and review engineering and CQV documentation per GMP standards
* Prepare Mechanical Completion documentation
* Conduct Utility Impact Assessments and risk evaluations
* Ensure URS traceability and compile turnover packages for handover to Operations
Cross-functional Collaboration
* Liaise with project teams, contractors, vendors, validation, and QA
* Ensure mechanical systems meet cGMP and safety requirements
* Participate in project and CQV meetings, tracking and resolving action items
Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
* Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical systems implementation within pharmaceutical or biotech facilities
* Proven experience in CQV for utility systems (boilers, heat pumps, HVAC, chilled/hot water)
* Strong understanding of GMPs and Good Engineering Practices (GEP)
* Familiarity with ASME B31.3, PED, and relevant mechanical/utilities standards
* Excellent problem-solving, communication, and technical writing skills
Desirable Skills
* Experience with green or energy-efficient technologies (e.g., heat pumps)
* Ability to read and redline P&IDs, isometrics, and mechanical schematics
* Understanding of site utility systems and their impact on GMP manufacturing
**Rates will be decided based on the succesful candidates level of experience
Candidates must be eligible to work full time and long term in the location specified or currently hold a valid appropriate long term work Visa to apply.
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