Sr.; Lead) Mechanical Engineer – Life Science

Our client is an architecture, engineering, and construction management firm focused on pharmaceutical and biotech facilities. Their work includes process and MEP engineering, process architecture, lab planning, and commissioning and qualification. They are adding a senior mechanical engineer to lead the mechanical group in their Boston-area office.

The Lead Mechanical Engineer is responsible for mechanical design on the office’s pharmaceutical and biotech projects and for a team of about ten. Projects range from renovations and expansions to new construction, including biologics and cell therapy facilities, aseptic processing, and central utility plants.

The position is based in the Boston area.

• Designing HVAC and process support systems for cGMP spaces, including clean rooms and aseptic processing areas
• Designing central utility systems such as chiller plants
• Performing load calculations and equipment selection, and writing specifications
• Serving as engineer of record and reviewing the mechanical team’s work
• Mentoring and developing the engineers in the group
• Working directly with clients and supporting proposals and business development
• Coordinating with the firm’s process, electrical, architecture, and commissioning teams
• Supporting construction administration, including submittals, RFIs, and site visits

• Professional Engineer license
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Significant mechanical design experience on pharmaceutical or biotech facilities, with hands‑on cGMP work
• Working knowledge of cGMP HVAC requirements, including cleanroom classification and pressurization
• Experience leading and mentoring engineers
• Comfortable working directly with clients
• Familiarity with ISPE Baseline Guides is a plus