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Advisor-Manufacturing Engineering

Elanco
August 20, 2026
On-site
Fort Dodge, IA
Operations
Your Role: Engineering Consultant โ€“ Mechanical/HVAC

Responsibilities:
- Lead and support capital projects involving HVAC, mechanical utilities, piping systems, and clean room design from planning through commissioning and startup.
- Author and review engineering documentation including URS, FRS, feasibility studies, drawings, specifications, and qualification documents.
- Oversee project execution by reviewing contractor submittals, monitoring installation quality, managing project schedules and budgets, and ensuring right-first-time delivery.
- Maintain HVAC systems in a validated cGxP state by supporting compliance with regulatory requirements, Elanco engineering standards, and industry best practices.
- Drive continuous improvement and utility optimization initiatives; provide technical support and troubleshooting for mechanical and HVAC systems.

Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelorโ€™s degree in engineering or related field with 2 years of relevant experience, OR associateโ€™s degree with 5 years of relevant experience.
- Experience: Experience supporting mechanical, HVAC, facility utilities, capital projects, or engineering systems in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
- Skills: Experience with HVAC/mechanical systems and project engineering; proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering-related software or control systems.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology or other cGMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical.
- Knowledge of HVAC design, clean room systems, HEPA filtration, and mechanical utility standards.
- Experience with commissioning, qualification, and validation of mechanical and HVAC equipment.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and project management skills focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.