Principal Engineer, HVAC, Mechanical, and Sustainability

What You'll Do

• Lead the design and optimization of HVAC and mechanical systems for high-profile projects, ensuring energy efficiency, reliability, and compliance with global standards.
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) in HVAC, mechanical engineering, and sustainability, providing guidance on complex technical challenges.
• Drive the adoption of innovative technologies and methodologies to improve system performance and sustainability.
• Oversee the design, construction, and operationalization of critical clinical and commercial facilities and labs including international sites.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and global stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet organizational objectives.
• Develop and implement standardized engineering practices across global sites to ensure consistency and quality.
• Champion sustainability initiatives by integrating renewable energy, efficient HVAC designs, and green building certifications (e.g., LEED, WELL).
• Monitor and evaluate energy performance metrics, implementing improvements to reduce environmental impact and operational costs.
• Stay abreast of global sustainability trends and regulations, ensuring projects align with emerging best practices.
• Provide strategic input to senior leadership on engineering and sustainability initiatives, aligning projects with organizational goals.
• Support business development by contributing technical expertise to proposals and client engagements.
• Actively participate in industry forums, conferences, and publications to enhance the company's reputation as a leader in HVAC, mechanical systems, and sustainability.
• Ensure engineering documentation is complete, accurate, and traceable (e.g., design rationale, calculations, equipment data, change controls as applicable).
• Support compliance with GxP expectations by following established procedures and collaborating with Quality/Validation partners on documentation requirements.
• Participate in investigations, CAPAs, or change management activities related to HVAC/mechanical systems as needed.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the engineering team.
• Lead training programs on sustainability and emerging HVAC technologies to enhance team capabilities.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in HVAC and mechanical engineering, with a strong focus on sustainability.
• Deep technical knowledge of HVAC and mechanical systems, including design, construction, and operational principles.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, international projects from design to operational readiness.
• Demonstrated expertise in regulatory compliance, energy efficiency, and green building certifications.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification required.
• LEED or WELL accreditation preferred.
• GxP/GMP compliance training.
• Strong understanding of FDA, EMA, and ICH regulations.
• Strong leadership and project management skills, with experience managing global, cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple technical priorities within a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Exceptional decision-making abilities, with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Commitment to data integrity, safety, and quality excellence in all work activities.

This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna's site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.