Job Title: HVAC-BAS, Utilities Engineer

Location: Swiftwater, PA

About The Job

We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families.

The HVAC-BAS Utilities Engineer will be responsible for leading design and managing clean and site utility projects at the SWR site, along with routine M&S process support. This position will be responsible for working with other Engineering and Project Management teams as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for utilities with a heavy focus on HVAC/Utilities related projects. This position will work closely with the site building automation team for seamless project design, commissioning and troubleshooting of HVAC mechanical systems.

The HVAC Engineer is responsible for successful delivery of related systems of Tier III and Infrastructure projects (approx. $0M to $5M value), helping to manage contractors and set site design standards in accordance with Sanofi Global standards and Swiftwater site norms. Additionally, responsibilities include troubleshooting issues of concern with GMP and HVAC Systems and associated equipment. Efforts include walkdowns of equipment and piping systems (GEMBA) and assistance with deviations and change controls as required. The HVAC engineer will be responsible for managing design, cost, schedule, construction, safety, quality, commissioning, qualification and validation activities on both projects and site process support for applicable scope in an effective manner in accordance with Sanofi Project Management policies & procedures to meet committed project objectives. Scope includes projects involving both new, and modifications to existing equipment, HVAC/BAS upgrades, process changes, utilities, buildings and infrastructure systems, site audit support, and a key input to Site Master Planning.

We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?

Main Responsibilities

Provide input and engineering to support decision making processes with site leadership team and central process function.

Establish strategic relationships with key stakeholders. Support Site Leadership Team (SLT) and the Compelling Business Needs (CBNs) by ensuring alignment of workloads with company priorities. Frequent collaboration/presentation with senior level SWR and Global Sanofi Management is required. Act as the liaison into regional project execution programs and support with resourcing and expertise when requested.
Advising on strategies to ensure all utilities engineering activities comply with industry regulations and standards

Implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality within the engineering and maintenance groups

Emphasis on implementation of projects in a safe and GMP compliant manner. Meet all HSE training requirements, and implement HSE procedures (Safe Plan of Actions, Permits, Pre-Startup Safety Review, HSE checklist, etc.) on all projects. Assure compliance with Quality requirements as defined by applicable Sanofi Quality Standards, site procedures, and by Change Control requirements.

Provide input for selection and management of external contractors and suppliers to ensure they meet the company’s standards and requirements.

The HVAC Engineer will be expected to understand and use key Sanofi systems including electronic document management tools, Qualipso, Bluecielo, etc., and must have experience supervising engineering design, conducting structured project reviews, supervising construction activities, managing cost and schedule, tracking progress, planning and coordinating C&Q activities, coordinating with maintenance for calibration and turnover activities, managing CAD and technical documentation turnover, and coordinating with other stakeholders and functions during execution.
The HVAC Engineer must be comfortable working in GMP Process and industrial settings. Providing “hands-on” inspections of equipment and piping systems and providing engineering insight into the operations and design of these systems.
The HVAC Engineer will be responsible for working with contractors and other team members to assure that all systems, in the scope of responsibility, are constructed in accordance with relevant specifications and Sanofi standards, and that all relevant turnover documentation is supplied in a compliant and timely manner. Startup and commissioning of new or modified systems is essential as well as working with the C&Q team members to assure that systems can be qualified per Sanofi and cGMP standards.

Related KPIs & Metrics

HSE performance (Injury Rates, Near Misses, Potential Serious Injuries (PSI))
On time, on budget delivery of representative systems while adhering to strict quality and regulatory standards and specifications.
Represent HVAC Utilities systems during inspections and audits.
Impact on Business Outcomes of M&S

About You

Education & Experience & Certification

Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Technical Expertise (In-depth knowledge of HVAC/Utilities engineering & maintenance principle) Pharmaceutical manufacturing processes are preferred
Technical knowledge of process equipment, understanding of automated mechanical systems and the ability to create and interpret technical documentation.
Regulatory Knowledge (Familiarity with pharmaceutical industry regulations, including GMP, FDA, & ISO standards) preferred
Problem-Solving (Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to address technical issues.)
Minimum B.S., Engineering Degree and/or Equivalent Science/Technical Degree
Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in engineering & maintenance of HVAC systems, supporting small to medium capital projects. Demonstrated experience with GMP requirements, engineering design, construction, project controls (including cost control and scheduling), commissioning, qualification and/or validation activities.

Key Involvement in Decision-Making Process

Key Roles (D,A,I)

Capital Project Approvals (A)

Project < 5M€ (D) and Project > 5M€ (A)

Regulatory Compliance Strategies (A)

Process Improvement Initiatives (A)

Vendor Selection and Management (D)

Why Choose Us?

Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

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