A Mechanical Engineer is required by CareerWise Recruitment for our Waterford based pharmaceutical client. This is a 12-month contracting position. You will be supporting the Commissioning, Qualification, and Verification (CQV) efforts for the installation and integration of heat pump equipment and two boiler equipment packages on a GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing site THE ROLE: Lead and support CQV activities for heat pump and boiler systems, including: Design Qualification (DQ) review Commissioning protocol generation and execution (FAT, SAT,) Verification of mechanical installation (piping, pumps, exchangers, valves) System walkdowns and punch list resolution Review and approval of P&IDs, datasheets, isometrics, and turnover packages Engineering Implementation Review and contribute to the design and layout of mechanical systems Oversee vendor equipment delivery, installation, and field verification Interface with building management systems (BMS/EMS) for control and monitoring setup Support tie-in and integration planning with existing utility networks (steam, hotwater, chilled water, etc.) Documentation & Compliance Generate and review engineering and CQV documentation per site GMP standards,including: Mechanical Completion documentation Utility Impact Assessments Risk assessments and URS traceability Turnover package compilation and support handover to Operations Cross-functional Collaboration Liaise with project teams, contractors, vendors, validation, and QA to ensure mechanical systems are installed and qualified per cGMP and safety requirements Participate in project and CQV meetings, tracking action items to resolutions REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline 5+ years of experience in mechanical systems implementation on pharmaceutical/biotech facilities Experience in CQV for utility systems (preferably boilers, heat pumps, HVAC, chilled/hot water) Strong understanding of GMPs, GEP, Familiarity with ASME B31.3, PED, and relevant mechanical/utilities standards Excellent problem-solving, communication, and technical writing skills Please call Louise Mulligan today for further information on or email: CareerWise Recruitment (In Search of Excellence) Established in 1999, CareerWise Recruitment specialises in recruitment of management and technical professionals for the life sciences, ICT, engineering, food and agri sectors. We operate out of multiple locations in Ireland and have offices in Cork, Shannon, Galway, Mayo and Dublin. By applying for this position, you are consenting to allow CareerWise Recruitment to process and retain your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy, contained on our website for the purposes of providing career opportunities. CareerWise Recruitment accepts that you do not wish your personal data, including your CV, to be forwarded to any client company without your prior consent and gives an absolute assurance that this wish will always be respected. Please feel free to contact us if you have any queries or wish to withdraw or amend your consent. Skills: Mechanical Engineer Boiler Experience Heat Pumps. P & IDS