Project Engineer — HVAC Systems

Job overview

The Project Engineer role is onsite in Vacaville, CA. Compensation is not specified. The position supports Utilities and Facilities Engineering in facility and manufacturing environments, including pharmaceutical settings where HVAC conditions affect product quality and regulatory compliance. The engineer helps ensure HVAC systems operate reliably, efficiently, and in compliance by supporting system design, operations, maintenance, capital projects, controls, and documentation.

What you'll do

• Design, review, and modify HVAC systems and components
• perform airflow, load, pressure, and energy calculations
• ensure compliance with GMP, GEP, and site standards
• review drawings, specifications, and change records
• support commissioning and qualification
• troubleshoot system failures and performance issues
• work with maintenance and operations
• support building automation monitoring and changes
• lead or support capital projects and upgrades
• maintain SOPs, engineering standards, change controls, and validation documentation
• participate in on-call or off-hours support when required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

project engineer

hvac systems

onsite

vacaville ca

facilities engineering

pharmaceutical environment

gmp

cleanroom

building automation

commissioning

capital projects

on-call support

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; typically 3–8 years of HVAC engineering or utilities systems experience. On-call or off-hours support may be required.

About the employer

Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.